Licensed Vocational Nurse

Description

We have immediate openings for a part-time Licensed Vocational Nurse dedicated to making a meaningful difference for our clients.    

Part-time shift availability:

7am to 11:00am - Monday to Friday 

Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide nursing services to the crisis respite program including but not limited to:  Physical assessments, timely documentation, as well as teaching and assisting adults with mental illnesses.
• Must be on duty 40 hours per week and must be available by telephone after hours and on weekends.
• Correctly filling out MARS forms on a continual basis and being in constant contact with doctors, pharmacists, caseworkers, etc. with concern to the care of the residents.
• Maintains Universal Precaution Guidelines and safety measures according to Agency policies and procedures.
• Keeping track of all doctor’s appointments and follow-ups, including prescriptions, notes, orders, etc. given by a doctor or pharmacist as it pertains to the residents.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new personnel in medication management to include supervision of self-observation of medication by the residents of their individual medications.
• Responsible for assuring all residents are treated with dignity and respect.
• Responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents at all times.
• Handles client health information at a minimum necessary to document data, access and carry out responsibilities of the position, maintains client confidentiality.
• Working hand in hand with the Behavioral Health Authority on all issues and concerns of the residents.
• Immediately report all abuse, neglect or exploitation and medication errors to The Wood Group’s Client Rights Officer and facility administrator.
• Be familiar with The Wood Group’s policy and procedures to include employee handbook.
• Performs related work as assigned by the administrator.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Has excellent observation, oral and written communication skills.
• Organizing assigned work functions and processes; reviewing, evaluating, and modifying work methods.
• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with clients, customers, and representatives of other agencies or departments.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.

Education and Qualifications:

• Is currently licensed to practice as a vocational nurse (LVN) in Texas.  Must be at least 18 years of age, must have a current Texas driver’s license.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment.  Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, lift 20 pounds, sit for an extended period, and reach overhead.
• Travel which will include transporting consumers and/or picking up their medications.
• Work may involve at-risk clients or those who pose a threat to themselves or others.