Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable LVN/LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational) to administer direct patient care, administer approved medications, perform treatments, make accurate nursing observation, and chart on the patients' medical record in a professional and considerate manner. Duties are performed under the direction of the Case Manager and/or Patient Care Manager. LVN/LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate preference will have at least one year experience as a nurse in a health care setting. Home health experience preferred. We offer competitive pay and flexible schedule.

Educational Requirements:

graduate of an approved program of vocational/practical nursing

Licensing/Certification/Registration Requirements:

current Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) from the Texas Vocational Nurse Examiners

current CPR

BLS certification preferred.

Attributes:

ability to perform patient care and demonstrate the use of standard equipment per competency skills inventory.

ability to accept assigned duties and work in a cooperative manner.

excellent verbal and written communication/documentation skills

professional in appearance and practices good personal hygiene

Physical Requirements:

able to see/hear/speak sufficiently to participate in written/verbal communication.

able to deal effectively with stress.

able to use fine motor skills for patient assessment.

able to stand, sit, bend, stoop, ambulate uneven surfaces, and lift up to 50 pounds.

able to operate a motor vehicle and travel to prospective patient’s residences.

Responsibilities:

assists in assessing patient and family deeds through the recognition and reporting of signs and symptoms and nursing observation to the assigned Case Manager

assists in assessing the health status of assigned patients.

complies with the established nursing assessment guidelines/policies.

utilizes the written plan of care for implementing nursing interventions necessary to accomplish the established goals.

complies with general performance standards of licensed vocational nurse. Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume, emergencies, staffing, or scheduling changes.

must have a reliable means of transportation, proof of financial responsibility (car insurance and a valid state driver’s license)

Job Types:

PRN

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance.

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Medical Specialties:

Geriatrics

Home Health

Medical-Surgical

Wound Care

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

on call

weekend availability

Supplemental Pay Types:

differential pay

Experience:

clinical - 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

multiple locations NORTHEAST SAN ANTONIO

most of the work is performed in and traveling to and from the patients' residences.

Flexible work from home options available.