Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Mabee Village-The Marbridge; Manchaca (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for their skilled nursing facility in Manchaca, TX. This unique role offers the chance to work with a special needs population, providing essential medical care and support in a nurturing environment. As a vital member of the healthcare team, you will manage resident health needs, coordinate with physicians, and ensure the highest standards of care are met. This position not only allows for professional growth but also offers the rewarding experience of making a significant difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join a team that values compassion and excellence in care.

Qualifications

• Completion of approved LVN training and holds a current license.
• Minimum of three years LVN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend to resident medical needs professionally and timely.
• Manage administration and record keeping of medications.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Documentation Skills

Effective Communication

Supervisory Skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License

Training and Competency Program

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at our 84-bed skilled nursing facility, located in Manchaca, TX (just south of Austin), where we provide nursing support to an extremely unique population of individuals primarily with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This population makes working at the Villa a much different experience than working at any other nursing facility in the greater Austin area – in the U.S. there are only a handful of nursing facilities that cater primarily to a special needs population.

LVN Shifts Available:

• Full-time, Saturday-Sunday, 6:00am-10:00pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN):

• Attend to resident medical and health care needs in a professional and timely manner
• Prepare for physician visits; review charts and vitals
• Assist physician with histories and physicals
• Receive, record and implement physician’s orders
• Schedule labs, retrieve results and follow-up as necessary
• Order prescriptions and medications; refill as needed and prescribed
• Update, correct and maintain resident medication sheets and charts
• Manage the administration, distribution and record keeping of resident medications
• Perform and document monthly health and hygiene checks
• Communicate resident health issues with designated representative payee

Licensed Vocational Nurse Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Completion of training and competency program approved by the State of Texas and holds a current LVN license from the State of TX
• A minimum of three years of LVN experience preferred
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred
• Strong organization and documentation skills
• Supervisory experience required
• Effective communication and personal interaction skills with ability to relate well at all levels

About Marbridge

Marbridge is a long-term residential care facility for adults with intellectual disabilities, offering a full spectrum of services tailored to individual needs and abilities. Located in Manchaca, Texas (between Austin and Buda), we provide our residents with opportunities to learn, experience, and achieve a whole new life. Our residents lead busy lives, participating in any of our 150 classes offered on-site at our 200-acre campus. Each of our three communities — The Ranch, The Village, and The Villa — provide a different level of care, support, and guidance, all based on the needs and independence levels of the residents who call Marbridge home.

EEO Statement

Marbridge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.