Licensed Vocational Nurse II
Company: Texas Health & Human Services Commission
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Licensed Vocational Nurse II - 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
Centers The 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 highly complex
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 complex routine and non-routine nursing tasks to
promote the health of the individuals within the assigned areas and
assigned shift. Collects specimens for lab work and performs health
screenings. Instructs direct support professionals and other staff
on how to provide service and care that support the individual'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. Provides
direction and assists with on-the-job training to others such as
newly hired LVNs and direct care staff. Assists Registered Nurses
(RNs) with implementation of protocols, procedures and programs to
improve overall health and safety of staff and individuals. Works
under general supervision of an RN with moderate latitude for the
use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job
Functions: Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to
work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating
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 complex
technical nursing tasks and procedures in accordance with HHSC,
SSLC and state regulations. Trains/instructs new LVN staff to
perform nursing functions at the SSLC, including acclimating them
to the individuals, and describing their needs and preferences.
Performs complex and technical nursing procedures according to
facility and state regulations such as tracheostomy care,
gastrostomy/jejunostomy care, wound care, breathing treatments.
Collects specimens for laboratory examination and conducts
appropriate screening tests when requested by lab personnel.
Monitors individuals' weight, diet, feedings, and vital signs.
Monitors individuals' health status after treatments and
procedures. Instructs direct support professionals on how to
monitor individuals after a treatment or procedure using
instruction sheets such as that used for post-sedation monitoring
of signs and symptoms. Timely and accurately documents and reports
pertinent treatments and observations in the individual's medical
record (electronic health record or paper chart) in accordance with
SSLC procedures and protocols. Recognize symptoms of illness and
reports accurately to RN and/or Primary Care Provider. Fosters
interdisciplinary collaboration and integration. Communicates
pertinent information orally and in writing to other team members,
such as the RN Case Manager, in order to ensure the treatment team
has the best information possible to make decisions. Serves as a
resource/mentor for new LVNs. Assists the RN Supervisor with
on-the-job nursing instruction and training of other new LVNs.
Assists RNs with implementation of protocols, procedures, and
programs to improve overall health and safety of staff and
individuals. Assists the Infection Control Nurse by implementing
measures that prevent the spread of disease, assists the QA Nurse
in developing and implementing quality assurance programs, and
assists in the implementation of therapeutic nursing programs.
Collects data for RN/Primary Care Provider. Provides information
and education to individuals, in accordance with their care plan,
when performing procedures and treatments such as explaining the
name and purpose of a particular medication and explaining why the
individuals is taking the medication. Ensures the individual is
positioned correctly prior to providing a treatment and, when
necessary, assists or instructs other staff in
turning/repositioning individuals to administer treatments. Ensures
that supplies are available, in advance, to provide the required
procedure or treatment. Takes inventory and ensures the home/unit
is properly stocked. Orders supplies through appropriate channels
when they are needed. Responds to emergency situations to ensure
safety of individuals. Follows safety and infection control
procedures of the SSLC. Performs other duties as assigned such as
working in the clinic or lab, assisting with patient scheduling,
and/or accompanying individuals off site for activities or
appointments that need nursing attendance. Provide treatment to HHS
employees injured in courses and scope of employment. Other duties
as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating
and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's
obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of
Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an
alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge
Skills Abilities: Knowledge of nursing care standards, nursing
procedures and techniques, and of the principles and processes used
in providing appropriate patient care. Knowledge of emergency
procedures and emergency equipment, i.e., CPR, and ability to
assess and care for residents and/or staff members in emergency
situations. Skills in using reasoning to identify problems and in
considering appropriate resolution of situations. Skill in the
operation of computers and applicable computer software. Skill in
the care and treatment of patients. Ability to provide patient care
to a wide variety of individuals with complex medical, mental
health, and/or behavioral health issues. Ability to prepare and
maintain records and to use an electronic health record system once
trained. Ability to communicate effectively and to instruct others.
Ability to appropriately interact with individuals with
intellectual/developmental disabilities, with their family members,
and with staff members. Must maintain current CPR certification.
Must have strength and flexibility to safely perform
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Registration or Licensure
Requirements: Licensed to practice as a licensed vocation nurse in
the state of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through
the Nurse Licensure Compact. Initial Selection Criteria: Graduation
from a LVN program. Prior employment experience as an LVN is
preferred. Experience working or volunteering directly with persons
with intellectual disabilities or other developmental disabilities
is preferred. Additional Information: The salary offered will
follow HHS starting salary guidelines which are typically made at
or near the minimum of the salary range. Applicants must pass a
fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen,
and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting
System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct
and HHS OIG List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities. Males between
the ages of must be registered with the Selective Service. All
State Supported Living Center employees are subject to Random drug
testing. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this
position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or
extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. All
applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for
employment at a state-operated facility. All new hire candidates
will be required to receive COVID-19 medical screening (nasal test)
as part of the due diligence process. COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment required and provided Temperature
screenings Social distancing guidelines in place Sanitizing,
disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place Vaccines available
for employees MOS Code: Military occupation(s) that relate to the
initial selection criteria and registration or licensure
requirements for this position may include: 68C, 290X, 46FX, 46NX,
46SX, 46YX. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and
veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this
position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's
Military Crosswalk at Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to Jobs
at HHSC and DSHS HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9
documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click
here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) . click apply for full job details
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