LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE

Healthcare for Kids Inc. provides services for medically complex children. We promote and deliver the highest quality skilled nursing and developmental therapies to children in the communities we serve.

Why will you LOVE working for us….

We provide an environment where you are encouraged to grow and advance professionally while maintaining a healthy work/life balance! You are our biggest asset, and we believe in rewarding and recognizing the work you perform by promoting from within.

Summary of Position:

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LvN) is responsible for providing competent, quality, skilled nursing services in accordance with the child’s physician Plan of Care and ongoing physician orders. All care is delivered in compliance with the state specific Licensed Vocational Nurse Practice Act and HealthCare for Kids company Policies and Procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates collaboratively and effectively with other healthcare professionals and the child and child’s family.

Education, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

• Valid LVN licensed under the Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 301, with no disciplinary action.
• Valid certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Basic First Aid; and
• One of the following:
  • one year of pediatric specialty experience with emphasis on medically and technologically dependent minors obtained within the last consecutive five years; or
  • sufficient skills to meet competency and training requirements.
• Must be certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/BLS with AED and First Aid

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, lift or assist in lifting an individual in an emergency.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, and demonstrate flexibility to meet the care needs of the individual.
• Must be able to see with visual and listen with hearing acuity.
• Must have strength and manual dexterity, including grasping and manipulating small objects, to operate medical equipment appropriately.
• Must be able to respond in an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Healthcare for Kids Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. EEO/ADA/DFWP