Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

BrightStar Care of Denton; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Weekly pay

Free continuing education

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Denton is seeking a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) to provide compassionate care to patients in Gainesville, TX. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, performing routine procedures, and providing emergency care while fostering support for clients and their families. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $30 to $35 per hour, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits including PPE and mileage reimbursement. A current Texas LVN license and experience in home health are required.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted LVN license in Texas.
• Experience in home health agency or health facility preferred.
• Wound care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs.
• Perform routine procedures and fill in patients’ charts.
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies.
• Counsel client and family through care process.

Skills

Proven experience as a licensed vocational nurse

Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

Excellent knowledge of emergency care

In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Are you looking for a job as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) where you can make a difference in a person’s life in Wylie, TX? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you as you care for their clients? Then BrightStar Care has the job for you!

BrightStar Care is seeking an LVN to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery.

At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

LVN Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $30 - $35 per hour
• Weekly pay
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided at no cost
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free continuing education
• Home Health or Facility shifts available
• In-home and facility shifts available
• Mobile technology to access schedule and case documentation
• One-to-one patient care

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
• Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
• Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies
• Counsel client and family through care process while updating the family on a regular basis
• Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families

Skills

• Proven experience as a licensed vocational nurse
• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Excellent knowledge of emergency care
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and compassionate
• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Patient with excellent problem-solving skills

Requirements

• Current unrestricted LVN license in the state of Texas
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Wound care experience is preferred
• Proficiency in IV Skills and Central Line (PICC/PORT) care is requiredCertified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
• Minimum one (1) year of documented experience required in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred. Three to five years is preferred
• Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills
• Analytic/Critical thinker.
• Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance
• Ability to work on weekends, nights and holidays
• Reliable transportation
• Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.