LVN Medication Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Clinic Manager, the LVN Medication Nurse assists in the daily operation of the medical component of the Adult Day Care Center. Although the primary focus will be medication administration, the LVN Medication Nurse will also be responsible for education and monitoring of the participant's health status in accordance with the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Team as related to medications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Administration of medication as per physician orders.
2. Management of participant's medications to include all charting/documentation in the monthly medication administration record (MAR) as prescribed by the Texas Department of Human Services Day Activity Health Care Services regulations.
3. Monthly updating of computerized MARs.
4. Direct responsibility for ordering of all medications from pharmacy and for verifying that all orders are correct.
5. Provide education and counseling to participants and/or families/caregivers for appropriate administration and monitoring of medications at home.
6. Provide patient care as appropriate under the supervision of the Clinic Manager or the Physician.
7. Assist or substitute for treatment nurse as necessary.
8. Motivate participants to maximize independence and maintain functional level and encourage full participation in day center program.
9. Participate in morning meetings as necessary.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinic Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
1. A graduate of an accredited nursing program with a license to practice in the state of Texas as a Vocational Nurse.
2. One year of related experience giving medications, preferably to a frail or elderly population.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
1. Must possess knowledge of theory and practice.
2. A dependable individual with a strong knowledge base and keen understanding and appreciation of the elderly.
3. The ability to present to the community the philosophy of community-based long term care for the elderly.
4. The skill to work collectively and communicate effectively with staff, participants and family members.
5. Adaptable individual with ability to work with the interdisciplinary team approach to care for the elderly.
6. The ability to accept supervision in an appropriate manner.
7. Has proficient computer skills.
8. Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Company Description

Our mission is to provide the frail senior the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a patient-centered, comprehensive healthcare delivery system in a community setting that advocates and promotes quality of life, optimum independence, dignity and choices in a nurturing environment.

Our staff are compassionate and observant professionals who strive to improve the quality of life for each of our participants. Apply online at

Company Description

Our mission is to provide the frail senior the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a patient-centered, comprehensive healthcare delivery system in a community setting that advocates and promotes quality of life, optimum independence, dignity and choices in a nurturing environment.\r\n\r\nOur staff are compassionate and observant professionals who strive to improve the quality of life for each of our participants. Apply online at