Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer medications to Assisted Living and Memory Care residents, ensuring compliance with Federal & State regulations and RCM guidelines.


• Coordinate care with physicians, other medical professionals, and families regarding residents’ medications, treatments, and needs.


• Help residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transferring, mobility, and incontinence care.


• Ensure timely ordering of all required medications and frequently audit medication carts and narcotics.


• Handle the admissions of new residents, including all assessments and documentation.


• Complete evaluations and assist directors with service plans as needed.


• Respond quickly to all emergencies, maintaining calm and effective communication.


• Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members to ensure coordinated care.


• Monitor Medication Assistants' and Care Assistants' documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.


• Ensure evaluations and service plans are current and accurate, notifying the Clinical Supervisor of any discrepancies.


• Collect data for all incident reports and input them as they occur.


• Manage and facilitate the orientation process for all new employees on your shift.


• Ensure effective communication between direct care staff and residents’ families.


• Assist with staff scheduling in collaboration with the Clinical Supervisor as needed.


• Attend all required in-service training sessions.


• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene per company policies.


• Perform other responsibilities as assigned with a positive and proactive attitude.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of one year working in acute care or long-term care.


• Valid Texas LVN license.


• Current CPR certification.


• Proficiency in computer skills with EHR experience.


• Excellent communication and customer service skills.


• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.


• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

EOE/M/F/D/V