Memory Care LVN - PRN

BST SENIOR LIVING WEST INC•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Skies of Texas is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to serve as a charge nurse in the assigned Health Care Center (HCC), under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. As directed, the LVN assists the supervisor with planning, organizing, developing, and directing day-to-day HCC operations. The role participates in resident needs assessments and in developing and coordinating resident care plans, and performs nursing procedures associated with the LVN designation. The position is based at Blue Skies West in San Antonio, Texas, and is PRN. The nurse provides and supervises resident care in accordance with physician orders, recognized nursing practices, established standards, and administrative policies. The role also supports resident safety, communicates with families and care partners, and maintains resident records.

Requirements

Must hold an LVN license in the State of Texas and be in good standing with the Board of Nurse Examiners.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CPR and AED certifications.
Must be current in attaining the continuing education units (CEUs) required for licensure.
Must be able to demonstrate satisfactory use of professional nursing equipment and supplies and train others in their use.

Nice To Haves

Education beyond the minimum nursing licensure level, including related training in supervision and infection control.
At least one year of previous experience in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide nursing care in accordance with physician orders, recognized nursing techniques and procedures, established standards, and administrative policies.
Perform duties related to residents’ pre-admission, admission, and discharge.
Manage medication processes, including accepting and transcribing physician orders, ordering medications, and ensuring medications are available.
Ensure medical supplies are accessible and communicate the need for additional supplies in a timely manner.
Maintain a safe environment for residents.
Monitor and supervise Health Support Assistants (HSAs), ensuring they provide appropriate care and meet residents’ needs.
Participate in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Committees and complete assigned tasks.
Communicate with family members about residents’ care and condition, and coordinate with physicians, staff, support services, and outside agencies.
Record relevant observations, treatments, and medications in residents’ Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), and keep the supervisor informed of adverse changes in residents’ conditions.
Assist the supervisor, as directed, with day-to-day HCC operations and participate in resident assessments and care-plan development and coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.