GRADUATE NURSE (GN/GVN)

Regency Health Care, Inc.; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Graduate Nurse to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential care to residents, ensuring their physical and psychological well-being. You will assist in administering medications, conducting assessments, and communicating updates to families. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive environment while making a tangible difference in the lives of others. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to quality care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completed RN/LVN program at an accredited vocational school or college.
• Working toward testing for a Registered Nurse/Vocational Nurse license in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document resident condition/changes during rounds.
• Administer medications and ensure implementation of care plans.
• Communicate with residents' contacts regarding status updates.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Communication

Assessment Skills

Education

RN/LVN Program

Job description

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Job Location
Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Bastrop, TX

Job Details

Position Type
PRN

Job Category
Nurse

Description

Primary Responsibilities
The GN Graduate Nurse/GVN Graduate Vocational Nurse, under the supervision of RN, will assist in ensuring the provision of quality care that promotes the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychological well-being of each resident as determined by resident assessments and individual plans of care.

Essential Functions

• Observe, assess, document, and report resident condition/changes during rounds
• Ensure implementation of care plans as directed
• Administer medications as prescribed
• Conduct rounds with physicians and record visits in clinical records
• Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
• Identify significant changes in resident conditions and take necessary action per facility policies
• Oversee and monitor aides
• Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
• Discharge residents per facility policy
• Complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to contacting the physician on any change in resident condition
• Communicate with residents' contacts regarding status updates or changes in condition
• Perform other special projects or functions as assigned by the Director of Nurses or the Administrator

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements

• Completed RN/LVN program at an accredited vocational school or college

Licensing Requirements

• Working toward testing for a Registered Nurse/Vocational Nurse license in Texas

Experience Requirements

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative but not exhaustive of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing duties, effective communication is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The physical activities include lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, sliding/transferring, standing, sitting, walking, speaking, reaching, hearing/listening, seeing, and turning/twisting/leaning, with varying frequency levels.

Regency Integrated Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or other protected categories. Employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.