Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN)

Biogensys; Carlsbad (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Biogensys is hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) for Carlsbad, TX. The role involves administering medications, performing nursing procedures, documenting observations, and coordinating care with the team. The LVN will ensure safety, manage patient records, and respond to emergencies according to policy.

This position requires TX LVN/LPN licensure, good communication skills, and preferred experience with IDD or psychiatric care. Regular hours are 40 per week with a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed LVN/LPN in Texas.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Demonstrated computer/ electronic health record skills preferred.
• IDD and psych care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Performs nursing procedures per facility/state regulations after competency.
• Documents and reports observations.
• Communicates pertinent information to team members.
• Responds to emergencies to ensure safety.
• Monitors treatments and procedures.
• Collects specimens for lab tests as requested.
• Maintains medical records (EHR or paper).
• Works rotating shifts and may include overtime as needed.

Skills

Communication

EHR skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to safety

Education

LVN/LPN license (TX)

Job description

We are hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) for one of our clients in Carlsbad, TX.

Job Description

• Administers medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.
• Performs technical Nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations after demonstration for competency
• Documents and reports pertinent observations.
• Communicates orally and in writing to other team members' pertinent information.
• Documents according to facility policy.
• Responds to emergency situations to ensure safety of individuals.
• Follows safety and Infection Control Procedures of facility.
• Monitors individuals for treatments and procedures.
• Collects specimens for laboratory examination and conducts appropriate screening tests (after competency is documented) when requested by lab personnel.
• Provides education to individuals with specific health goals.
• LVN II assists other staff in turning/repositioning individuals to administer treatments.
• Ensures that supplies are available.
• Manages individual's medical record in Electronic Health Record or paper chart.
• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements For All Candidates

• Licensed to practice as a licensed vocation nurse in the state of Texas (or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact).
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated computer & electronic health record skills preferred.
• Experience with IDD and psych preferred.

Here Is Our Timeline For Hiring

• Hiring decisions on day of interview; Same or next day interview and immediate hiring
• Minimum 6 month contract.
• Exceptions made for returning nurses.
• All compliance must be met before candidate can start.

Other

• Regular rates apply for all positions
• No extra time off will be available during the holiday season including Christmas, and New Year's.
• Must have valid photo ID and current American Heart Association CPR certification
• Must have negative PPD results within last 12 months
• COVID-19 testing with negative result required (we provide)
• Must be able to successfully pass a urine drug screen and background check (you provide)
• Must be able to successfully pass an FBI fingerprint background check (we provide).

Work Hours

• Current Open Shifts: (Subject to change)
• 40 hours/week;
• No OT
• Rotating Schedule
• 4:00 PM-12:00 AM x 5 days a week with every 3rd weekend off.
• 7:00 AM 7:00 PM and 4:00 PM 12:00 AM shifts

About Us

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