Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

SLP Operations, LLC•Conroe, TX

11d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides nursing care to residents as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with applicable nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies. The LVN supervises Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in delivering direct resident care, maintains clinical documentation, and communicates with residents, families, interdisciplinary team members, and management. The position is based in a long-term care facility and may involve evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Requirements

Must hold an LVN license in good standing that is current with the state.
Must be able to supervise other employees and work cooperatively to achieve resident care objectives.
Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and collaborate with employees at all levels.
Must maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
Must comply with local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
Must be able to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
Must have adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Responsibilities

Review and maintain medical records and nursing notes, and assess residents’ physical and emotional status.
Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care according to physician orders, care plans, nursing standards, and facility policies.
Coordinate and assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Accurately transcribe and carry out physician telephone orders.
Communicate resident status effectively with residents, family members, interdisciplinary team members, and management.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered and in compliance with nursing standards and facility policies.
Complete charting and documentation accurately and on time, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Understand, comply with, and promote resident rights.
Participate in developing, implementing, and revising individualized care plans.
Participate in in-service education, orientation programs, and job skills training to maintain professional competence.
Monitor the care environment and nursing practices for compliance with safety, fire, disaster preparedness, infection control, and departmental policies.
Supervise CNAs by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing coaching or corrective feedback as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.