Benefits:
Referral Bonuses
Flexible schedule
Training & development
Benefits/Perks
Many positions available
Shifts available Sunday thru Saturday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
*** Shifts are rotating - alternating to meet staffing needs. Must be able to start any day during the week, given 5 days before start date for processing all pre-employment requirements.
Bonus upon completion of the 6 month contract!
PPE provided (Personal protective equipment)
Competitive Wages
Continuing education programs
Ongoing shifts in order to build close relationships with our clients
Making a difference in the lives of those dealing with medical illnesses and age-related complications
Free education and training with QPath Career Pathways Program
Company Overview
Qualicare Homecare is looking for compassionate, caring, and reliable individuals to join our family as LVNs. Qualicare location offers staffing and home care services that focus on providing the best quality of life for our clients and peace of mind for their families.
Your resume will not be considered if the following response requirements are not included: Resume must reflect knowledge and experience in Mental Health field TWO completed references from two different places of employment
Shift preference as stated above
JOB SUMMARY: The LVN provides for the care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals who have intellectual disabilities, complex medical, mental health and/or behavioral health issues..
Bilingual candidates are very welcome!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide care for patients – manage medication administration and treatments; provide medication education and complete documentation.
Perform computer data entry – receive full training
Provides accurate, detailed and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing process.
Comply with facility Standard Operating Procedures to meet standards for accrediting agencies; specifically, ICF-IDD Regulations, DSSLC Policy and Directives and HHSC Standards, Rules and Directives.
Participates in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching and emotional support to the client and family/caregivers.
Observes client condition and accurately reports to the registered nurse and/or Care Coordinator.
Assists the registered nurse and/or Care Coordinator with client discharge or transfer.
Assesses and provides client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis.
Prepares, administers, and appropriately documents actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications. Observes, reports and records adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the registered nurse.
Recognizes the need for and institute emergency measures in a rapid and appropriate manner, when indicated.
Participates in coordination of home and facility health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (i.e., PT, O, ST, Dietician) to the Care Manager/Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor.
Performs all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance to the scope of Nursing Practice and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of the agency.
Follows principles of infection control and Universal Precautions.
Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities.
Uses equipment properly and in a safe manner.
Ensures client’s rights are adhered to. These include but are not limited to:
a. the right to privacy and dignity while care is being provided
b. the right to accept or refuse care
c. the right to confidentiality of their information
QUALIFICATIONS:
Resume must reflect knowledge and experience in Mental Health field
· Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing and currently licensed in the state of Texas.
· 2 years of nursing experience required; three years nursing experience preferred. Community, mental health, home health, or medical/surgical experience preferred.
· Must comply with HHSC immunization requirements. · Must submit to required HHSC drug tests. · Must submit to required HHSC fingerprinting. · Must complete required HHSC training.
· Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
· High level of interpersonal skills.
· Certified in CPR.
· Strong clinical skills.
· Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, other team members and community.
· Treat clients, team members and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
· Empathy for the needs of the client.
· Works as a team member.
· Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
· Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organization’s requirements.
Qualicare - Come Join Us
Our 360° Care Plan approach ensures comprehensive care for every client. And our commitment to every employee and customer is our core values of being Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful, and Ethical. These values are incorporated into every interaction Qualicare has with families we serve, employees and caregivers we hire, and the community. Our dedication to providing the most compassionate and professional senior care, when and where families need it and delivered in a manner that is consistent and reliable, means that CARE is the most significant product we offer.