Licensed Vocational Nurse I (Sign-on Bonus)
Company: Texas State Job Bank
Location: Harlingen
Posted on: May 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job/Position DescriptionLicensed Vocational Nurse INow offering
up to $3,500.00 sign on bonus!! Terms and conditions apply.Come
work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we
serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a
higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported
living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral
problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and
supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About
Our State Supported Living CentersThe state of Texas offers many
benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the
remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120
qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health
benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuityas well as 401(k)
and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. If
you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a
career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!Free
CEUs and updated resources through Lippincott access for all
nurses.Performs routine vocational nursing work. Provides for the
care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals residing at the
SSLC who have complex medical, mental health and/or behavioral
health issues. Performs basic and routine nursing tasks to promote
the health of the individuals within the assigned areas and
assigned shift. Instructs direct support professionals and other
staff on how to provide service and care that support the
individualand#146;s medical needs. Performs technical nursing
procedures according to facility and state regulations. Keeps
informed of and follows all agency, SSLC, and unit/home policies
and procedures. Assists other nursing staff in acclimating and
orienting new LVNs to nursing functions at the SSLC. Works under
the direction and moderate supervision of a Registered Nurse with
limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment. Essential Job Functionsrotating schedule, extended shift,
and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs
other duties as assigned.Administers medications and treatments
orally, rectally, internally, or by injection. Assists other
medical staff, such as Registered Nurses (RNs), Physicians,
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physician Assistants, in
examining and caring for patients. Makes rounds and/or home visits
as needed and works in other locations at the SSLC as needed.
Demonstrates competency in performing technical nursing tasks and
procedures in accordance with HHSC, SSLC, and state regulations.
Assists in acclimating and orienting new LVN staff to perform
nursing
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