LICENSED VOCATION NURSE (PRN/FT)

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our Family! 

We currently have Full-time and Part-time positions available.

Locations: San Antonio - Bandera Family Hospital

Family Hospital Management Company is putting care back in healthcare while keeping patient care close to home.  We are committed to providing our community with affordable healthcare options designed to meet an individual’s physical, mental, and social needs so patients can get back to living their best life.

Our industry is always evolving but our values and commitment remain the same - to our patients and to our staff.  It is the reason we are called Family Hospital.  

Come join our family helping families.

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team and provide quality patient care. In this role, you will be responsible for administering medication, monitoring patient progress, and communicating with other healthcare team members. You will work directly under the supervision of the RN and will assist in collecting vital information from patients, gathering information about health complaints, and perform continuous patient assessments, while complying with the policies and procedures of the company. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have a deep commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care. If you have a passion for making a difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you! 

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction. 
• Conduct mental health screenings and provide emotional support for patients and their families during treatment. 
• Recognizes symptoms and identifies the type of substance abuse 
• Utilizes standards for assessing withdrawal symptoms, such as the CIWA protocol 
• Adheres to current company policies on best treatment modalities and maintains up to-date knowledge of progressive pharmacological and non-pharmacological drug and alcohol recovery interventions. 
• Delivers and appropriately documents the administration of medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) according to established policies/procedures.   
• Monitor, document, and report responses to medications, treatments, and procedures and communicate the same to the nurse and/or physician clearly and accurately. 
• Demonstrates proper process of safely disposing medications and hazardous substances. 
• Provides supportive care to the patients under the direction of the registered nurse in charge, APRN, and/or physician. 
• Performs patient skill sets such as taking vital signs, wound dressings, removing stitches and staples, IV insertions, blood draws, and documenting as needed to assist the nurse and physician with patient care once they have completed a competency checklist. 
• Performs Electrocardiograms as ordered and reports finding immediately to Attending Physician. 
• Applies proper techniques and practices while performing diagnostic testing using lab procedures as demonstrated during lab training. 
• Runs labs and reports results immediately to Registered Nurse and/or Attending Physician. 
• Assist in completing daily lab equipment QCs and other duties as assigned by lab manager (ED setting) 
• Assists Registered Nurse to complete focused assessments, evaluation, and interventions for patients with predictable health care needs. Reports assessment findings verbally or in written format, to the RN on shift. 
• May complete daily inpatient reassessments and report abnormal findings to the RN, APRN, or physician. 
• Educates patients on home discharge instructions and about their prescription medications. . 
• Participates in daily facility responsibilities as outlined by the nursing supervisor 

Job Requirements

• Must possess a valid and current license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse 
• Must have a minimum of two years of experience in a clinical setting. Preferred two years experience with detox patients.
• Must possess strong clinical assessment skills 
• Must be able to effectively communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare staff 
• Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology and medical procedures 
• Must have the ability to accurately record and document patient care 
• Must be able to provide patient education 
• Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment 
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively with other healthcare professionals 
• Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Must have a valid BLS or complete requirements for certification within the first 30 days
• Must have completed an IIV Therapy Certification Course

 *BILINGUAL PREFERRED*

What we offer *

• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive pay
• Shift Differential
• Generous paid time off (PTO accrual begins on day one)
• Multiple Medical plan options with employer reimbursement 
• Employer paid vision and dental coverage
• Employer provided short term disability, paternity leave, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Volunteer program
• No out-of-pocket expenses at FHMC facilities

*Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.