LVN

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)BrightStar Care of Denton is seeking an LVN to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:Competitive pay starting at $30 - $35 per hourWeekly payAll Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided at no costMileage reimbursementFree continuing educationHome Health or Facility shifts availableIn-home and facility shifts availableMobile technology to access schedule and case documentationOne-to-one patient careResponsibilities include:Monitor patient's condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advicePerform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients' chartsAdjust and administer patient's medication and provide treatments according to physician's ordersProvide instant medical care in emergenciesCounsel client and family through care process while updating the family on a regular basisFoster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their familiesSkills required:Proven experience as a licensed vocational nurseExcellent knowledge of nursing care methods and proceduresExcellent knowledge of emergency careIn-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all timesA team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsResponsible and compassionateOutstanding organizational and multi-tasking skillsPatient with excellent problem-solving skillsRequirements include:Current unrestricted LVN license in the state of TexasPreferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.Wound care experience is preferredProficiency in IV Skills and Central Line (PICC/PORT) care is requiredCertified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-rayMinimum one (1) year of documented experience required in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility, preferred. Three to five years is preferredPossess exceptional nursing assessment skillsAnalytic/Critical thinker.Licensed driver with valid automobile insuranceAbility to work on weekends, nights and holidaysReliable transportationMust be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 poundsWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.