LVN / LPN

Sevita; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Employee referral program bonuses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a dedicated nursing professional to provide quality services for individuals with disabilities in Harlingen, Texas. The role involves assessing health conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with a team to ensure individuals receive comprehensive care.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth. Candidates should hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing and have relevant licensure.

Qualifications

• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for the state of residence.
• One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity.
• Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services and supports for individuals with disabilities.
• Monitor health conditions and ensure quality services.
• Administer medications and provide prescribed medical treatment.

Skills

Nursing experience

Communication skills

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

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.

$23.08 per hour / Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Description

• Continue your nursing career path and work within a setting that offers variety and rewarding challenges.
• Provide nursing services, training, and supports to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with a brain injury, intellectual and developmental disability, a substance use disorder, and/or an emotional or behavioral disability.
• Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.
• Administer medications, provide documentation, and 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 the population served in a nursing capacity.
• Current state LPN or LVN licensure for the state of residence.
• Current driver's license, car registration, and auto insurance.
• Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA, 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.

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.