Travel LPN / LVN Medical-Surgical

Licensed Practical / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) | Medical-Surgical

Location: El Paso, TX

Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

Pay: $1,100 to $1,162 per week

Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Assignment Length: 13 Weeks

Shift: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend

Openings: 2

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) to join a fast-paced Medical‑Surgical unit. The ideal candidate will provide high‑quality patient care, collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, and support patients with a variety of medical conditions. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment while caring for diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and within scope of practice.
• Assist with wound care, Foley catheter management, and central line care.
• Support patients with cardiac, renal, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, diabetic, and post‑transplant conditions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Adhere to facility policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.

Unit Highlights

• 30‑bed Medical‑Surgical unit.
• Typical patient ratio of 1:6.
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
• Modern patient care equipment including feeding pumps, IV pumps, wound VACs, PCA pumps, oxygen therapy equipment, and patient lift devices.

Requirements

• Active LVN/LPN license in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year of recent Medical‑Surgical experience.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Strong critical thinking and patient assessment skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification.
• IV therapy skills and experience.
• Experience with orthopedic and renal transplant patients.
• Knowledge of central line and Foley catheter management.
• Experience caring for cardiac, dialysis, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and diabetic patients.