Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Vernon Rehabilitation and Nursing Center!

Are you a dedicated RN or LPN looking to make a positive impact in the lives of residents? Vernon Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Vernon, TX, is seeking compassionate and skilled nurses to join our outstanding team. If you are passionate about providing excellent care and want to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, we would love to have you on our team.

Why Join Us?

- Collaborative Team Environment: Work with a team of professionals who value mutual respect and effective communication.

- Professional Development: Opportunities for continued learning and career advancement.

- Resident-Centered Care: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Required Qualifications

- Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.

- Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.

- Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the practicing state.

- Current CPR certification.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

- Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies.

- Ensure nursing personnel adhere to established policies and procedures.

- Participate in the admission, discharge, and transfer of residents as required.

- Observe changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and family, and document accordingly.

- Transcribe physician orders to medical records and carry out orders as written.

- Prepare and administer medications per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects.

- Perform wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observe changes, and document accordingly.

- Schedule follow-up appointments and transportation for residents as needed.

- Provide nursing leadership to assigned nursing personnel.

- Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration.

- Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are met and personnel are performing assigned duties.

- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to holistically meet residents’ needs.

- Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.

- Report incidents or unusual occurrences and participate in the investigative process.

- Participate in end-of-life care as required.

- Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.

- Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.

- Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.

- Participate in the survey process during inspection surveys.

Additional Tasks

- Treat all residents with dignity and respect.

- Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations.

- Maintain confidentiality of protected health information.

- Report noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality.

- Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment of residents.

- Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals.

- Participate in life safety and emergency drills and training.

- Report work-related injuries and illnesses immediately.

- Follow established infection control policies and procedures.

- Complete all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired

- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

- Supportive team member who exemplifies teamwork.

- Ability to make independent decisions when necessary.

- Tactful and patient in dealing with residents, families, and staff.

- Strong communication skills to relay information about residents' conditions.

- Physically able to move intermittently throughout the workday and perform required tasks.

Join us and become a valued member of our team, where your dedication and skills will be appreciated and rewarded. Apply today and start making a difference in the lives of our residents!

Vernon Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!