Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Summary

The primary functions are to administer skilled nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse for clients of all ages in their place of residence. The position will also coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family and referring agency.

Job Qualifications

Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing

Licensure:
Current Texas State license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, current Driver’s License

Experience:
One year of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred, home health required.

Skills:
Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR and Hepatitis consent/declination.

Transportation:
Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance

Criminal History:
Must consent to and pass a criminal history check and employee misconduct registry check.

Environment and Working Conditions

Works in patients’ home in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.

Physical and Mental Effort

Prolonged standing and walking required, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.