About This Role
Providing and supervising nursing care to residents according to physician orders is the core of this role at The Village at Incarnate Word. The position suits a caring and proactive individual who is dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in a respectful environment.
Responsibilities
- Assess each individual’s condition during rounds and be alert to any changes in the resident’s condition and response to medications and treatments.
- Record descriptions of bruises, skin tears, or lacerations when accidents occur.
- React promptly to emergencies and request necessary help.
- Supervise in the dining room during meals and administer medications while noting reactions.
- Accompany physicians on rounds to answer questions and receive instructions.
- Answer call bells and assist with patient care as necessary.
- Supervise staff to ensure good care and maintain a safe and clean environment.
- Administer medications as ordered and record accurately.
- Complete accident/variance reports as needed and notify the physician and responsible party of incidents.
- Maintain cleanliness and order of the unit and resident rooms.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing.
- Current license from the State Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.
- Three years of experience in general acute nursing, preferably with older adults.
- Two years of experience in a long-term nursing care facility.
- Must be CPR certified.
- Must be able to follow and understand oral and/or written English directions.
- Must have computer knowledge.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and master’s level courses at the University of the Incarnate Word’s Broadway campus and the School of Professional Studies.
- VIA bus passes for employees.
Important Details
- Schedule: Part-time, Saturday & Sunday, PRN.
- Work format: In person.
- Application deadline: Not specified.
Application Process
- Submit your application through the designated platform.
About the Company
The Village at Incarnate Word is dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to all those served, fostering a culture of respect for residents and co-workers.