Inpatient Pediatric LVN - Competitive Pay! No cancellations!

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Before applying: Only candidates with at least 1 full year of recent inpatient pediatric LVN/LPN experience (within the last 3 years) will be considered. No exceptions. This experience must be from a hospital inpatient pediatric unit — home health or rehab experience does not qualify.

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

Are you ready to take your pediatric nursing career to the next level?

Wisestaff is seeking skilled and compassionate LVNs/LPNs to join the Inpatient Pediatric Unit at San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC) — the nation’s largest military hospital and a Level One Trauma Center.

At SAMMC, you’ll play a vital role in caring for the children of our active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. This teaching hospital environment offers invaluable experience, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to a mission that truly matters.

Why You’ll Love Working with Wisestaff

• Very competitive pay — top rates for experienced pediatric nurses
   
• $350 sign-on bonus in your first paycheck
   
• 11 paid federal holidays + 2 weeks paid time off (PTO)
   
• Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and 401k
   
• Health & Welfare cash allowance included
   
• Scrubs provided
   
• Continuing education credits + 401(k) option
   
• Full-time, permanent government contract – stability you can count on
   

ey Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-quality nursing care to pediatric inpatients in collaboration with physicians and RNs.
   
• Monitor, assess, and document symptoms, treatments, and progress using SAMMC/WHASC standards.
   
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IV therapies and emergency interventions.
   
• Recognize and respond to life-threatening situations and initiate life-saving measures when necessary.
   
• Operate emergency medical equipment such as defibrillators, EKGs, and cardiac monitors.
   
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and family education to promote rehabilitation and recovery.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• 1+ year full-time LVN/LPN experience in an Inpatient Pediatric Unit (within the past 3 years) — hospital setting only 
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (National League of Nursing approved)  
• Active LVN/LPN license – any U.S. state or jurisdiction  
• Current BLS and PALS certifications (AHA or ARC)  
• Knowledge of pediatric medication dosages; willingness to train in chemotherapy support  
• Must pass a pediatric pharmacology exam (80% or higher) and BAMC Telemetry Test 
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for government background clearance 

Your Next Career Starts Here

If you’re an experienced pediatric LVN/LPN who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven hospital setting — we want to hear from you!  Join Wisestaff’s world-class healthcare team and make a real impact on the lives of military families in San Antonio.

Apply today — start your rewarding new chapter with Wisestaff!