Position: Registered Nurse/ Licensed Vocational Nurse

The field nurse will provide direct patient care in the patients place of residence. He/she must be able to function independently in performing the nursing process. Assess patients’ condition during every visit and chart observations. Perform evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication review and implement the plan of care provided by the clinician. Submission of timely documentation via our e-charting system, Kantime, is required.

Duties

• Provides direct, hands-on care to assigned clients.
• Observes and assesses the client’s condition and care needs appropriately and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician, as appropriate.
• Administers prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies.
• Medication Monitoring
• Takes appropriate nursing action based on current assessments and achieves expected outcomes.
• Educates and provides ongoing support and education to families and caregivers.

Experience

• Current, unencumbered Texas license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Current CPR certification
• Reliable transportation
• Meet physical demands of lifting, transfers, kneeling and standing.
• Pediatrics experience is recommended, but not necessary. In-Office and On-Site training provided

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Weekly Direct deposit
• 24 HR On-Call Service
• Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Insurance
• 401K plan for qualified employees

If you are looking for a rewarding career, a competitive salary, a management that truly cares about you, and a workplace where you can continue to learn and grow, come apply with First Steps Nursing and Therapy now! We have an immediate opportunity for Registered Nurses or Licensed Vocational Nurses with recent Private Duty Nursing Home Health experience.Full Time and Part time positions available in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. Ask about our Case Bonuses!