Licensed Vocational Nurse (82433)

Regency Integrated Health Services

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A healthcare provider in Fort Worth, TX seeks an LVN Charge Nurse to ensure quality care for residents. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring residents' conditions, and collaborating with nursing staff. The ideal candidate is a Texas-licensed vocational nurse, preferred experience in skilled nursing facilities. Join our team to provide compassionate and effective care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

Must be an active Licensed Vocational Nurse in Texas.
Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe, assess, document, and report resident condition/changes.
Administer medications and complete nursing assessments.
Communicate with residents' point of contact regarding changes.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Communication

Observation and assessment

Education

Completion of LVN program

Job description

Overview

Fort Worth Transitional Care Center - Fort Worth, TX 76104

Responsibilities

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.