Job DescriptionLVN/LPN III - Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Angelo, TexasPosition Details
Position: LVN/LPN III
Location: San Angelo, Texas
Schedule: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM, five days per week
Pay Rate: $42.50/hr weekday and $45/hr on the weekend
Hours: 40 hours per week
Weekend Schedule: Every third weekend off
Assignment Length: Minimum 6 months
Openings: 3
Position Description
We are seeking three qualified and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide nursing services in a residential healthcare setting in San Angelo, Texas.
In this role, you will provide medication administration, nursing treatments, patient monitoring, documentation, and other essential nursing services to support the health, safety, and well-being of individuals receiving care.
This is an excellent opportunity for nurses interested in a longer-term assignment where they can use their clinical skills to make a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with applicable regulations and established procedures.
- Perform nursing procedures after competency has been demonstrated and documented.
- Monitor individuals' health conditions, treatments, and responses to care.
- Document and report important observations in electronic health records or paper charts.
- Communicate relevant patient information clearly to other members of the care team.
- Respond to emergencies and follow established safety and infection control procedures.
- Collect specimens for laboratory testing and perform appropriate screening tests when requested and authorized.
- Educate individuals regarding specific health goals and care needs.
- Assist with turning and repositioning individuals as needed to administer treatments.
- Ensure necessary nursing supplies are available.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Follow facility policies, attendance requirements, and assigned scheduling expectations.
Qualifications
- Current license to practice as an LVN in Texas or in a state that participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact and recognizes the license.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Computer and electronic health record experience preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and psychiatric or behavioral health needs preferred.
- Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
- Valid photo identification.
Schedule and Contract Details
- Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.
- Evening shifts from 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, five days per week.
- Rotating schedule with every third weekend off.
- Overtime is not permitted.
- Minimum 6-month contract, with exceptions potentially available for returning nurses.
- Time-off requests during the holiday season, including Christmas and New Year's, will not be accommodated.
Compliance Requirements
Before beginning the assignment, candidates must successfully complete all required compliance requirements, including:
- Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
- Negative PPD results within the last 12 months.
- Negative COVID-19 test, provided by the facility.
- Successful urine drug screening, arranged by the candidate.
- Successful background check, arranged by the candidate.
- Successful FBI fingerprint background check, provided by the facility.
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