Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

• Administers medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.Performs technical Nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations after demonstration for competency3. 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.
  

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.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance