Job Description:
We are looking for a reliable LVN/LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational) to administer direct patient care, administer approved medications, perform treatments, make accurate nursing observation, and chart on the patients' medical record in a professional and considerate manner. Duties are performed under the direction of the Case Manager and/or Patient Care Manager. LVN/LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate preference will have at least one year experience as a nurse in a health care setting. Home health experience preferred. We offer competitive pay and flexible schedule.
Educational Requirements:
graduate of an approved program of vocational/practical nursing
Licensing/Certification/Registration Requirements:
current Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) from the Texas Vocational Nurse Examiners
current CPR
BLS certification preferred
Attributes:
ability to perform patient care and demonstrate the use of standard equipment per competency skills inventory
ability to accept assigned duties and work in a cooperative manner
excellent verbal and written communication/documentation skills
professional in appearance and practices good personal hygiene
Physical Requirements:
able to see/hear/speak sufficiently to participate in written/verbal communication
able to deal effectively with stress
able to use fine motor skills for patient assessment
able to stand, sit, bend, stoop, ambulate uneven surfaces, and lift up to 50 pounds
able to operate a motor vehicle and travel to prospective patient’s residences
Responsibilities:
assists in assessing patient and family deeds through the recognition and reporting of signs and symptoms and nursing observation to the assigned Case Manager
assists in assessing the health status of assigned patients
complies with the established nursing assessment guidelines/policies
utilizes the written plan of care for implementing nursing interventions necessary to accomplish the established goals
complies with general performance standards of licensed vocational nurse. Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing, or scheduling changes
must have a reliable means of transportation, proof of financial responsibility (car insurance and a valid state driver’s license)
Job Types:
PRN
Benefits:
Flexible schedule.
Performance based bonus opportunities.
Medical Specialties:
Geriatrics
Home Health
Medical-Surgical
Wound Care
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
on call
weekend availability
Supplemental Pay Types:
differential pay
Experience:
clinical - 1 year (Required)
Work Location:
multiple locations NORTH NORTH-EAST SAN ANTONIO
most of the work is performed in and traveling to and from the patients' residences.
Flexible work from home options available.