Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

Paycom - ATS; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Healthcare in Pasadena, TX is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our skilled nursing team. You will provide direct nursing care under supervision, following the plan of care and physician orders, while upholding patient privacy and facility policies.

Ideal candidates have an active LVN license in Texas, 2 years in long-term care preferred, and leadership and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Active LVN license in Texas is required.
• Two years of Long-Term Care experience preferred.
• Six months in rehabilitative/restorative nursing preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership, organization and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under supervision of RN or physician.
• Deliver care per plan of care and physician orders.
• Follow facility policies and procedures; protect resident privacy.
• Report suspected HIPAA violations promptly to Administrator.
• Conduct frequent rounds to ensure nursing staff quality of care.
• Oversee nurse aides and communicate with staff to maintain policies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Computer literacy

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Tools

Point Click Care

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

Paradigm Healthcare is a Skilled Nursing Facility that is seeking a dedicated and compassionate LVN to join our team!You deserve good pay, and to work in a place where your voice matters. If you agree, Paradigm Healthcare is the place for you!ResponsibilitiesProvide direct nursing care, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, in accordance with the nurse practice act, federal and state regulations, facility policies and procedures, and prudent nursing judgment.Deliver care to residents following their plan of care in accordance with current physician’s orders, rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities.Have knowledge of and utilize the facility’s written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.Make frequent rounds of the assigned unit to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.Oversee nurse aides and communication with and oversight of nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and systems are maintained correctly as it relates to the department.RequirementsMust possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred.Six (6) months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferred.Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitudeStrong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferredComputer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet)Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.