Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administers enteral feedings, and oral, injectable and intravenous medications and treatments within the LVN scope of practice as prescribed by the Physician and per facility policy.
- Ensures all aspects of delivery of care to residents by Nursing Assistants are completed within the established time frames according to Resident Care Policies and Procedures.
- Performs and is co-responsible for narcotic count as per Resident Care Policies and Procedures.
- Ensures dispensing of medications and treatments by all routes as ordered by the
- Physician within established time frames. Ensures no medications are left unattended.
- Assesses effectiveness and observes for interaction and reaction of medications and treatment.
- Documents medication and treatment administration in a timely and accurate manner according to Resident Care Policies and Procedures.
- Completes/updates electronic documentation, as required.
- Orders appropriate medications from pharmacy, as needed, in accordance with Resident Care Policies and Procedures.
- Maintains and updates Texas Nursing license in compliance with Texas state regulations.
- Adheres to the Resident’s Bill of Rights, Confidentiality of Resident Information and Resident Abuse Reporting Law.
- Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a respectful, non-judgmental, supportive and calm manner.
- Provides excellent service. Addresses family satisfaction issues immediately in a professional manner and keeps the Charge Nurse informed. Assists in resolution of the issues.
- Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful and enthusiastic attitude.
- Complies with all company, state and OSHA safety standards. Recognizes, removes and/or reports potential hazards.
- Communicates and observes the Corporate Compliance Program effectively and complies with Code of Conduct when performing work functions.
- Follows all infection control requirements.
- Attends all mandatory in-service sessions and completes Silver Chair requirements within required timelines.
- Maintains resident confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- On call
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LVN License (Required)
- LPN License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
License/Certification:
- LVN (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Webster, TX 77598 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Webster, TX 77598: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person