Licensed Vocational Nurse

Sierra Health + Wellness; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Serenity Light Recovery Center at Sierra Health and Wellness seeks a licensed LVN or LPT to supervise nursing staff and deliver patient care in our recovery setting.

Responsibilities include reviewing medical records, administering medications as ordered, charting per policy, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to support residents' recovery and wellbeing. A current license and willingness to undergo drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• Current LVN or LPT license is required.
• Basic computer skills including Word and e-mail.
• EMR system experience is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to recovery philosophy and respectful care.
• Customer service oriented and professional.

Responsibilities

• Supervise licensed and non-licensed staff in day-to-day patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to assess patient status.
• Provide nursing care according to physician orders and standards.
• Prepare and monitor patient medications as ordered by physician.
• Document charting and care plans in accordance with policies.
• Deliver outstanding individualized resident care.

Skills

Team coordination

Patient care

Communication

Customer service

Education

Licensed LVN or LPT

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

Description

Serenity Light Recovery Center at Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

Positions Available

• Full-time: 12-shifts AM or NOCs
• PRN: 12 hour shifts

Duties And Responsibilities

Qualified candidates must have a current, valid license to practice nursing. LVNs oversee detoxing clients and ensure that all medical processes and operations are followed and documented. The ideal candidate must be willing to undergo a drug screen, TB and physical.

• Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.
• Provide nursing care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.
• Sign, date and perform all charting, record-keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide outstanding individualized resident care

Requirements

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) required
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and e-mail. Use of EMR system is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at distinct levels 1 of 2
• Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect of clients.
• Customer service oriented, professional attitude

Work Authorization/security Clearance Requirements

• Valid Driver's License

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.

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