What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN Weekend Nights - Pinecrest position at METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES?
Job Details
MRC's PineCrest is Lufkin's premier continuing care retirement community. PineCrest is proud to have officially been certified in the Eden Alternative Registry, which honors those organizations deeply committed to transforming traditional models of care into person-directed approaches that put the individual first. PineCrest is seeking an LVN to work weekends from 10pm-6am. Join the legacy of quality Senior Living at PineCrest!
The LVN will:
- Direct and coordinate activities of aides
- Perform basic daily nursing functions
- Administer proper medications
- Provide the nursing needs of our residents in an efficient, economical, and caring manner, while maintaining high standards and quality care
We offer:
- Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with match
- Quarterly Bonus Program
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO can be utilized immediately after accrued)
- Free Uniforms
- Employee Referral program
- Continuing Education Credits through our MRC University
With a 60-year history of success, MRC has over 1000 employees and is growing! As a financially strong non-profit, MRC is solely focused on transforming the aging experience through innovation and heart! And, with margins that are reinvested back into the communities, not an owner/shareholder's pocket, MRC makes life better for both our elders/residents and employees.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited vocational school of nursing and current Texas LVN license required.
- Training or experience in geriatric, psychiatric or medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Knowledgeable of human development, including the processes of aging, and of social and health problems confronting older persons.
- Models MRC's ICARE Values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
- Ability to recognize behavior deviations from the norm; to cope with all emergencies in a calm manner and to deal comfortably with chronically ill aged.
- Ability to communicate professionally, respectfully and tactfully in all situations.
