Lead LVN/LPN Charge Nurse - Patient Care & Coordination

OPCO Skilled Management; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management is seeking a licensed LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, ensuring patient needs are met in accordance with standards of practice and physician orders in a Denton, Texas setting. The role emphasizes charting, incident reporting, narcotic control, and timely communication with departments.

The nurse will monitor patient changes and participate in physician rounds as needed, supporting quality care in a facility focused on compliant, compassionate

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
• Experience in nursing management is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established procedure for charting and incident reporting.
• Follows company procedures for narcotic counting, pharmacy orders, and restraint reduction.
• Documents any change in patient's conditions including nutrition, infections, skin conditions, weight loss or other noticeable changes.
• Utilizes the Quality Life Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs.
• Document and notify applicable departments of any patient's room changes, LOA, new admits, or discharges.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

LVN/LPN license

BLS/CPR certification

Nursing management experience

Job description

OPCO Skilled Management is seeking a licensed LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, ensuring patient needs are met in accordance with standards of practice and physician orders in a Denton, Texas setting. The role emphasizes charting, incident reporting, narcotic control, and timely communication with departments.

The nurse will monitor patient changes and participate in physician rounds as needed, supporting quality care in a facility focused on compliant, compassionate