Licensed Vocational Nurse/ LVN, Home Health

AccentCare; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings

Wellness programs including Calm app

AccentCare-branded scrubs store credit

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) for our Temple, Texas office. This full-time role provides direct patient care under RN supervision, with visits across pediatric to geriatric patients.

The compensation is estimated for annual earnings and is based on per-visit payments. Qualifications include a Texas LVN/LPN license, CPR certification, and at least one year of LVN/LPN experience.

Qualifications

• Hold a current LVN/LPN license in the state of operation.
• Minimum of 1 year LVN/LPN clinical experience.
• CPR certification maintained during employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Performs nursing tasks in accordance with the plan of care.
• Maintains a safe patient environment and accurate records.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per policy.
• Documents care and communicates changes to the home health team.
• Coordinates services to support patient needs.

Skills

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

One year LVN/LPN experience

Education

Texas LVN/LPN license

Graduate of accredited practical or vocational nursing program

Job description

Overview

LVN LPN

Location: Temple Office

Position: LVN/LPN

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: 76501, 76504

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an LVN/LPN

Salary:$65,000-$79,000

Schedule:Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

On Call: Yes

This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual compensation.

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What You Need to Know

Under the supervision of an RN, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) provides direct patient care. The LVN/LPN observes and documents the patient's medical progress and nursing status changes under the direction of a registered nurse. This position provides direct patient care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Be the Best LVN/LPN Nurse You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of agency operation
• One year of LVN/LPN work experience
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to the treatment as prescribed by the physician and provide and maintain paperwork to maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Responsibilities:

As a LVN/LPN, you will:

• Performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care and under the supervision of an RN.
• Promotes and maintain optimal client care under the supervision of an RN.
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities in patients data to case manager and other appropriate home health team members.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law. Assesses all medicines a client may be taking to identify possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, contraindicated medications and reports any problems to the physician.
• Re-evaluates client's nursing needs and reports findings to Case Manager.
• Counsels and instructs the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Submits all documentation in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy.
• Documentation on patients chart correlates with nursing care plan.
• Communicates frequently and works closely with other home care team members.
• Assists in coordinating services provided to client

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.