Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

Location: North Carlsbad, TX 76934

Duration: 6-month contract with possible extension or Perm. conversion

Pay: $36/hr.

Schedule:

40-hours/week;
No Over Time

Rotating Schedule

Shifts:

7 am - 7 pm with 1 4hr shift (7 am - 11 am or 3 pm - 7 pm, or between 4 pm - 12 am)

• Administers medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.
• Performs technical Nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations after demonstration of competency.
• Documents and reports pertinent observations.
• Communicates orally and in writing to other team members about pertinent information. Documents according to facility policy.
• Responds to emergencies to ensure the safety of individuals. Follows the safety and Infection Control Procedures of the facility.
• Monitors individuals for treatments and procedures.
• Collects specimens for laboratory examination and conducts appropriate screening tests (after competency is documented) when requested by lab personnel.
• Provides education to individuals with specific health goals.
• LVN II assists other staff in turning/repositioning individuals to administer treatments.
• Ensures that supplies are available.
• Manages individual’s medical record in Electronic Health Record or paper chart.

• Active LVN license in Texas
• 2+ years of experience required
• Must be able to pass a background check and Drug Test