Licensed Vocational Nurse- Residential Care

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient.
• Supervises, administers, assists with, and delegates the distribution of medications.
• Takes vital signs and monitors the medical progress of patients.
• Completes documentation and reporting.
• Follows physician's orders and individual nursing care plans, including assisting patients with daily routines, catheter irrigating, and assisting with respiratory treatments.
• Provides emergency first-aid for patients and staff if needed.
• Administers TB tests and Hepatitis B vaccines for staff.
• Teaches, monitors, administers, and documents individual patient programs including ADL's (as outlined on the Needs and Services Plans) and therapeutic home programs in English.
• Performs toilet and chair transfers with assistance for patients up to 150 pounds utilizing approved transfer techniques.
• Provides for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and self when interacting with patients who may have behavioral outbursts.
• May transport patients in company-owned or personal vehicle when company transportation vehicles are unavailable requiring transferring and driving abilities.

Qualifications

• Passion for Care: A deep understanding of the requirements for providing the type of care and supervision needed, including the ability to communicate effectively with them.
• Leadership Skills: The ability to recruit, employ, train, and evaluate qualified staff, and to make tough decisions when necessary.
• Experience And Education
• Current/clear Texas LVN licensure required.
• Blood Draw and IV certifications preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off to relax and recharge.
• Extended Sick Leave: Take the time you need to recover with extended sick leave.
• Insurance: Access to PPO medical, dental, life, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire.
• One Medical: Plan for your future with our company matching 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate with 9-10 paid holidays per year, including a floating personal observance day.
• 401(k) Plan: Plan for your future with our company matching 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Professional License Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for your professional license fees.
• Continuing Education Assistance: Pursue further education with our continuing education assistance program.
• Daily Pay: access your earnings immediately after you complete your shift!
• LifeMart Benefits: As a valued member of our team, you have access to exclusive discounts and savings through LifeMart, a proprietary, members-only discount shopping website.
• Wisely Financial Services: Access to Wisely's financial services. These services are designed to provide flexibility and control over your finances, helping you manage your money more effectively and achieve your financial goals.