Licensed Vocational Nurse

Measure and record vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation. Assist patients with activities of daily living, turning, positioning, and ambulation to prevent complications. Observe patients for medication side effects, condition changes, and early warning signs of complications, reporting findings to registered nurses or physicians. Prepare patients for tests and procedures while teaching families on post-discharge care, wound management, and medication schedules. Work under RN supervision in a 12-hour day shift at Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas.