Registered Nurse

Staff Requirement (all direct service staff)

· Must be 18 years of age

· All staff must show proof of identification, current license, high school diploma or equivalent, & degree obtained

· Must pass criminal background check, EMR (Employee Misconduct Registry) & NAR (Nurse Aide Registry)

· Must have current CPR & first aid certificate

· Must have TB test done with- in 2 weeks of employment and annually

Nurse/LVN Requirements (Full-Time or Part -Time)

• Must be licensed from the Texas Board of Nursing and practice in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and rules and regulations of the Texas Board of Nursing

· Must have high school diploma or equivalent

• Current CPR certified, negative TB test

· Two years of full- time work experience in the nursing field working with people with disabilities in a human service or medically related program

• Must be available 8 hours Monday – Friday (7am – 5pm)
• If an LVN is employed as the facility nurse, then an RN consultant must provide consultation at the facility at least 4 hours per week. The RN consultant must document the consultation provided, and must be provided when individuals are present in the facility

Nurse/LVN Duties

· Initial Assessment within 14 days of the start date to determine type of care needed

· Obtain physicians order for medication & treatment to be administered

· Develop individual’s plan of care according to physician order & participant needs

· Determine whether self-administered medications can be done and have been appropriately taken, applied, or used

· Document monthly progress on medical care provided with dates

· Train, consult, and assist the LVN to maintain proper medical records and

· Provide health education to participant & direct service staff

· Maintain medical records

· Assess & chart observation of participant behavior, condition, and care rendered daily

· Check vitals, weight, blood pressure and medication monthly for review of care plan

· Counsel & educate participant & family about their plan of care

· Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for participant

· Collect patient health history & make treatment decisions when appropriate

· Assist with field trips & outings

· Duties may changes as needed

· 3 hours of ongoing training quarterly

· Monthly evacuation procedures practice

· Fire, disaster, & evacuation training within 3 working days and

· 18 hours of training during the first three months

· Maintain confidentiality

Key Skills

· The ability to communicate in a clear and understandable way

· The ability to interact well with people from a wide range of backgrounds

· Provide Sensitivity & Empathy when needed

· Have a passion for helping others, and demonstrate excellent social skills