Licensed Vocational Nurse / LVN
About The Position
TexMed Home Health provides care to clients in private homes, assisted living communities, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation centers. The Licensed Vocational Nurse administers skilled nursing care to clients of all ages in their place of residence under the supervision of a registered nurse, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, patient and family, and referring agency. The role reports to the Director of Clinical Services and is classified as Clinical. The position requires working in patients’ homes under varying conditions, with possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases. The nurse must be able to work a flexible schedule, travel locally, and respond to PRN emergency calls. Physical demands include prolonged standing and walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving patients. The role also involves working under some stressful conditions, making quick decisions, and meeting patient and family needs.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing.
- Current Texas State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Current Texas driver’s license.
- Two years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care setting.
- Nursing skills consistent with generally accepted standards of practice.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Reliable transportation and proof of transportation.
- Valid and current auto liability insurance.
- Current CPR.
- Hepatitis profile.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients.
- Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, and address patient and family individualized psychosocial needs.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Nice To Haves
- Home health experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the RN, participate in planning and implementing specialized procedures and duties that assist in meeting patient nursing care needs in accordance with agency policies.
- Assist the RN in carrying out the plan of care.
- Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
- Complete appropriate documentation promptly.
- Provide care using infection-control measures that protect staff and patients, in accordance with OSHA requirements.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families, team members, and other health care professionals.
- Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with third-party payor requirements.
- Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
- Promote the Agency’s philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
