Licensed Vocational Nurse

Remington-Transitional-Care-Center

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Remington-Transitional-Care-Center in Richardson, TX seeks an LVN Charge Nurse to support high-quality resident care and coordinate nursing activities in a skilled nursing facility.

You will observe and assess residents, administer medications, and ensure care plans are followed, collaborating with physicians and the nursing team to promote resident well-being.

Qualifications

Must have completed an LVN program at an accredited vocational school or college.
Active Texas LVN license in good standing.

Responsibilities

Observe, assess, document, and report resident condition/changes.
Administer medications as prescribed.
Ensure care plans are implemented and maintained.
Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records.
Discharge residents per facility policy.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Observation & reporting

Education

LVN program completion

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Richardson, TX 75082

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Nurse

Primary Responsibilities

The LVN Charge Nurse 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

During rounds observes, assess, documents, and reports resident condition/changes
Assures implementation of care plans as directed
Administers medications as prescribed
Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records
Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
Identify significant changes in the condition of residents and takes necessary action per facility policies and procedures
Oversees and monitors aides
Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
Discharge residents per facility policy
Must complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to calling physician on any change in resident condition
Communicate with resident’s point of contact when they ask for a status update or if there is a change in condition
Other special projects or functions can be assigned at times by the Director of Nurses and/or the Administrator

Qualifications / Educational / Training Requirements

Has completed an LVN program at an accredited vocational school or college.

Licensing Requirements

Must be an active Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of Texas in good standing.

Experience Requirements

Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative but not necessary all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.