Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

BrightStar Care•Gainesville, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for a job as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) where you can make a difference in a person’s life in Wylie, TX? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you as you care for their clients? Then BrightStar Care has the job for you! BrightStar Care is seeking an LVN to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages.

Requirements

Current unrestricted LVN license in the state of Texas
Certified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
Minimum one (1) year of documented experience required in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred.
Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance
Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Wound care experience is preferred
Proficiency in IV Skills and Central Line (PICC/PORT) care is required
Three to five years is preferred
Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills
Analytic/Critical thinker.
Ability to work on weekends, nights and holidays

Responsibilities

Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
Provide instant medical care in emergencies
Counsel client and family through care process while updating the family on a regular basis
Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families