LPN/LVN

Sevita; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities

Job summary

Sevita in Arlington, Texas, is looking for a dedicated nursing professional to provide quality services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role includes monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and providing essential personal care and medical treatment.

Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a year of relevant experience, and a current state LPN or LVN licensure. The position offers both full-time and part-time schedules and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working in a nursing capacity with the population served.
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state of residence.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health conditions of individuals served.
• Administer medications and provide documentation.
• Conduct assessments and respond to changes of condition.

Skills

Communication

Administering medications

Conducting assessments

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Overview

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
• Administer medications and provide documentation as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.
• Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services.
• Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes of condition.
• Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.
• Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers as well as work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment of individuals receiving care.
• Provide training for individuals served with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state certificate
• One year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for state of residence
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance
• Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families

Benefits

• Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available
• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral Program bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.