Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Days 6a-2p

Cascades at Jacinto; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated full-time LVN for day shifts to join a compassionate nursing team. This role involves providing top-quality care to elderly residents, advocating for their needs, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient advocacy. With competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Complete medical/dental/vision insurance

Employer-matching 401k retirement program

Up to 16 days' paid time off

Company paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN or LVN license in good standing.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatments and medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor residents' conditions and advocate for their care needs.
• Complete necessary charting accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Communication skills

Independent decision-making

Knowledge of nursing practices

Understanding of healthcare regulations

Education

Current RN or LVN license

Job description

Hello, Cascades at Jacinto in Houston, TX is actively looking to hire a terrific full-time LVN for Day Shift (6AM-2PM). If you are a Texas-licensed LVN who loves caring for the elderly, and has a strong desire to join a terrific nursing team where you will be sincerely valued for your expertise and contribution, WE WANT YOU!

Please look up our facility to ensure the commute is acceptable: 1405 Holland Ave. Houston, TX 77029

What we need from you:

• Ordering medications, equipment and supplies as prescribed.
• Preparing and administering treatments/medications as ordered by the physician.
• Notify the resident's physician and/or family members when there is a change in resident's condition.
• Administering professional nursing practice services such as: tube feedings, suction, catheterization, changing of dressings, packs, and irrigations as necessary.
• Continuous observation and monitoring of seriously ill residents.
• Being the patient advocate and ensuring that other health care team members are providing care according to the resident's care plan and personal wishes.
• Accurately completing necessary charting as required and in a timely manner.

What we offer you in return:

• Super competitive wages.
• Complete medical/dental/vision insurance benefits.
• Employer-matching 401k retirement program.
• Up to 16 days' paid time off per year.
• Company paid Life Insurance.

Requirements:

• Possess a current RN or LVN license in good standing.
• Effectively communicate on a personal level with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.
• Able to make decisions independently when warranted.
• Knowledge of medical and nursing practices and procedures.
• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to long term care.

At Cascades at Jacinto, our goal in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) is to provide each patient with top-quality care. We strive to maximize each patient's functional independence to safely discharge her/him to the next level of care.

We are a people-first organization. Really! Our guiding motto is leading with integrity, empowering people, delivering outcomes.