Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

With traumatic brain injury, life changes in an instant. For us, there is no greater reward than easing human suffering and helping people put their lives back together. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you will play a critical role in transforming lives and helping individuals regain their independence and quality of life.

At CNS, we are a community of "PATHfinders" who work together to find every path possible for our patients to reach their maximum independence and quality of life. We create a supportive work environment through selflessness, innovation, and hard work. We take work very seriously, but we also enjoy a great atmosphere of fun and professional development, and we are committed to promoting a rich environment for each other to thrive through collaboration and empowerment.

The Staff Licensed Vocational Nurse renders professional nursing care pursuant to the objective and policies of the Centre. Work can be part-time or full-time as needed during the weekdays with some overtime and on-call work required. Work is performed at the clinic with some work in the community and residential site. A staff LVN will work directly under the supervision of the Nursing Department Coordinator or staff RN's but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LVN nursing practice.

Shift: Full time, 10am-10pm / 12-hour shifts (3 shifts per week)

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient.
• Conducts visits at residential site to assess patient's medical status, administer or supervise medication and perform treatment procedures. Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping and repeated stair climbing.
• Assists with weekly and/or bi-monthly medical staffings.
• Works on-call shifts as required. Demonstrates flexibility with regards to patient census, staffing needs and scheduling.
• Keeps Nursing Department informed of all patient concerns and treatment course.
• Performs reporting procedures.
• Provides for the safety of patients, visitors, staff and self when interacting with patients who may have behavioral outbursts, which can include yelling, exiting, hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, scratching, and throwing objects.
• Performs toilet and chair transfers with assistance for patients up to 150 pounds utilizing approved transfer techniques. Transfer techniques include standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Patients requiring moderate to maximum assistance are lifted and/or transferred by two or more persons.

Successful candidates will have:

• Passion for Care: A deep understanding of the requirements for providing the type of care and supervision needed, including the ability to communicate effectively with them.
• Leadership Skills:
  The ability to recruit, employ, train, and evaluate qualified staff, and to make tough decisions when necessary.

• Educational Background:
  Current licensure by State Board of Nursing.
• Specialized Knowledge:
  Experience in skilled nursing and rehabilitation concepts preferred. Maintain CPR certification. Valid driver's license required.

At CNS, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as a full-time staff member:

• Paid Time Off:
  Enjoy generous paid time off to relax and recharge.
• Extended Sick Leave:
  Take the time you need to recover with extended sick leave.
• Insurance:
  Access to PPO medical, dental, life, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month after hire. Employment includes annual enrollment in One Medical with telehealth also available through the company health plan.
• Paid Holidays:
  Celebrate with 9-10 paid holidays per year, including a floating personal observance day.
• 401(k) Plan:
  Plan for your future with our company matching 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Professional License Reimbursement:
  Get reimbursed for your professional license fees.
• Continuing Education Assistance:
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