Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Full-Time - Day or Night

Licensed vocational nurse (Lvn)

Location

• Nexus Children’s Hospital –
• Dallas,
• TX
• Schedule: Full-Time Day or Night Shift, 12-hour shifts, 3-4 days per week, every other weekend required

ABOUT US

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Dallas is dedicated to bridging medical and behavioral care so that no child falls through the cracks. We specialize in supporting children recovering from complex medical and developmental challenges, including brain injuries, acute illnesses, developmental delays, psychiatric diagnoses, and other life-altering events—all within a nurturing environment.

• As a leader in pediatric rehabilitation and behavioral health services, our Dallas campus provides:
• 60 private patient rooms
• ICU step-down, neurobehavioral, and rehabilitation units for a seamless continuum of care
• A state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and structured therapeutic activity spaces

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Position Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides safe, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients with medical and/or behavioral health conditions under the supervision of an RN or physician. The LVN supports care plan implementation, administers medications and treatments within scope, documents patient responses, and helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

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• Key responsibilities
• Provide basic nursing care to pediatric patients under the supervision of an RN, APRN, or physician.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring safe and accurate delivery within LVN scope.
• Monitor and assess patient progress, identifying changes in condition, acute illness, or behavioral health concerns.
• Observe, report, and document patient status and behavioral changes to the supervising RN or provider.
• Participate in the implementation of care plans developed by the RN or provider.
• Reinforce patient and family education related to medications, disease processes, and coping strategies.