What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Vocational Nurse position at Laredo South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
As a Graduate Vocational Nurse (GVN), you’ll have the opportunity to put your nursing education into practice while providing compassionate care to our residents under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You’ll be an important part of the care team, helping ensure residents receive the attention, support, and care they deserve while continuing to develop your clinical skills.
Wellsential Health is the largest Texas-based non-profit, skilled nursing organization, representing more than 65 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers across the state. Our mission is to make better health and wellness possible for all Texans by delivering compassionate, high-quality care in the communities we serve. As a non-profit partner, we reinvest in our residents, our facilities, and our people—because our purpose is care, not profit.
Our team members are dedicated professionals who bring heart, integrity, and commitment to improving quality of life every day. At Wellsential Health, we believe caring for our team is just as important as caring for our residents. When our team members feel supported, valued, and well cared for, they can provide the highest level of care in return. If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can make a lasting impact, Wellsential Health is the place to grow your career and serve with purpose.
- Assure implementation of resident care plans as directed and recognize significant changes in residents’ conditions, taking appropriate action in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Administer medications as prescribed under the required supervision and participate in narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts.
- Observe, assess, document, and report residents’ conditions and changes to the appropriate licensed nurse.
- Initiate and complete incident and accident reports as required and communicate significant changes in residents’ conditions to the appropriate members of the care team.
- Communicate with residents’ designated points of contact regarding status updates or changes in condition, as directed and in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the nursing and interdisciplinary teams to support quality resident care.
- Participate in special projects or other functions as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator.
- Work Under Supervision: As a Graduate Vocational Nurse, you must work under the direct supervision of a fully licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), as required by applicable regulations.
- No Independent Practice: GVNs may not practice independently. This position must be performed in a supervised healthcare setting and does not include independent practice environments such as home health or other settings where the nurse would be working alone.
- Must have completed a LVN program at an accredited vocational school or college.
- Must be working toward testing for a LVN in the state of Texas.
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
- Must be able to perform the physical duties required for resident care, including lifting, moving, assisting residents, and effective communication during daily tasks.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $55,200 - $74,444