Licensed Vocational Nurse

Deercreekseniorliving; Early (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Early, Texas. This role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include implementing care plans, accurate documentation, and collaboration with healthcare team members to achieve positive patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have completed a vocational nursing program and be licensed to practice in Texas, with preferred experience in community or medical settings. Strong communication and organization skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the job is located.
• Preferred: three years nursing experience in community/home health or medical/surgical.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the State’s Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement the plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Collect assessment data and perform observations to report to RN(s) and physician(s).

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Completed vocational nursing program

Current CPR certification

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the State’s Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement the plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Collect assessment data and perform observations to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
• Participate in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participate in personal and professional growth and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
• Preferred: three years nursing experience; community/home health or medical/surgical experience.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

This is an equal opportunity employer. No employment decision is made on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.