LVN Director of Nursing

POSITION OVERVIEW: This position is based at a small facility licensed for up to 30 residents, fostering a close-knit and personalized care environment.The LVN Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing the nursing care of residents during their shift and serves as the top on-duty supervisor when management is out of the building. An administrative staff member will be available on-call for emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education & Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current LVN license issued by the State of Texas.
• Current CPR certification.
• TB skin test or Chest X-Ray and up-to-date immunizations as recommended for adults by the Health Department.

Experience:

• 3–5 years of geriatric nursing experience.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong physical and mental health, with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow directions from the Administrator and takes charge when necessary.
• A genuine interest in geriatric nursing, with a patient and compassionate demeanor toward residents.
• Professional appearance: neat, well-groomed, and in uniform.
• Dependable and responsible.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The LVN Charge Nurse will perform duties that include, but are not limited to:

Resident Care:

• Providing nursing care to residents, following established routines and specific instructions from the Administrator.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring proper documentation in the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
• Monitor residents' health, promptly reporting any unusual symptoms to the physician or Administrator.
• Conduct and document assessments, including skin, elopement risk, fall risk, and other required evaluations.

Supervision & Documentation:

• Oversee personnel working in the nursing department during their shift.
• Complete necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Record incidents or accidents on appropriate forms, notify family and physicians as needed, and inform both the Administrator and the state of Texas.

Communication & Emergency Response:

• Act professionally when answering phones, providing information, and taking messages during unmanned office hours.
• Handle emergencies effectively, ensuring proper reporting and documentation of incidents after the situation is under control.

Administrative Duties:

• LVN must possess proficiency in computer skills.
• Maintain awareness of each resident’s service plan and goals, striving to support and further those objectives.
• Attend mandatory in-service training and complete at least eight (8) hours of continuing education annually, as required by state regulations.
• Participate in fire drills and be familiar with Serenity Assisted Care Living’s Disaster and Emergency Plan, including implementation procedures.

Professional Conduct:

• Maintain confidentiality regarding residents’ personal information, business activities, and interactions at Serenity Assisted Care Living.
• Foster positive relationships with the team, residents’ family members, and other visitors.
• Ensure a proper handoff at the end of each shift, including giving a detailed report to the next charge nurse before leaving the facility.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Administrator.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 80 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Schedule:

• Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20