Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN Weekend Double

Paradigm at Katy; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Healthcare in Katy is seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our skilled nursing team. You will provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician, following each resident’s plan of care and established policies.

You will oversee aides, ensure nursing standards are met, and maintain professional conduct while delivering compassionate care to residents at Paradigm Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, active LVN license in Texas.
• 2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Six months of rehabilitative/restorative nursing experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a RN or physician, following care plans and regulations.
• Make frequent rounds to ensure nursing service personnel perform duties to expected standards.
• Oversee nurse aides and coordinate with staff to maintain policies and nursing department systems.

Skills

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Leadership

Organizational skills

Long-Term Care experience

Rehabilitative nursing

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.