LPN/LVN III

Biogensys; Carlsbad (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Biogensys is seeking an LPN/LVN III in Carlsbad, TX to administer medications, document care, and support a multidisciplinary team. The role includes following facility procedures, responding to emergencies, and maintaining patient records.

The ideal candidate holds a Texas LPN/LVN license, has strong communication skills, and experience with IDD/psych populations. Shift is 4:00 PM–12:00 AM, five days a week, with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in Texas (or state with reciprocity)
• Strong written and oral communication abilities
• Experience with IDD and psychiatric populations preferred

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Documents and reports pertinent observations.
• Communicates with team members to relay information.
• Responds to emergencies and follows infection control procedures.
• Monitors patient responses to treatments and procedures.
• Collects specimens for lab tests when requested.
• Provides patient education on health goals and care.
• Assists other staff with turning/repositioning.
• Ensures supplies are stocked and available.
• Manages medical records in EHR or paper chart.
• Adheres to assigned shift schedule and agency policies.
• Attends work regularly and may work evenings, overtime, or rotating shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer/EHR proficiency

IDD/psych experience

Education

LPN/LVN license (Texas)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

We are hiring an LPN/LVN III 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Note

• 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)

Shift Hours

• Evening shifts-4:00 PM 12:00 AM x 5 days a week with every 3rd weekend off.

Additional Information

• Duration: 6 months
• Openings: 3

About Us

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