Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN) - Rehabilitation
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Shift: Full Time, 3x12's, Day 6:45am-7:15pm
Your experience matters
At Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, we put your well-being first-because when you're taken care of, you can take even better care of others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a License Practical Nurse, joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
About Us
Central Texas Rehabilitation is a 50 bed hospital located in Austin, Texas and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. CTRH is accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF. Ready to join a facility rated in the top four America's Best Rehabilitation Center for 2025 by Newsweek?
How you'll contribute as an employee of CTRH you will join a team that embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, essential for the delivery of patient care. You will work with a team committed to ensure patients receive optimal medical attention and support. As an LPN you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering treatments, assisting in assessments, and supporting interdisciplinary care planning in accordance with the patient’s needs.
- Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
- Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
- Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.
- Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
- Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
- Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
- Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.
- Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
- Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Qualifications and requirements:
Education: Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
Licensure: Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
Certifications: CPR/BCLS certification. IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months
Experience: Minimum of six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting required.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
EEOC Statement
Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.