Wellness Nurse (LVN)
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Administer medications safely and accurately per physician orders while overseeing medication aides and conducting monthly reconciliation audits. Coordinate daily staff assignments, provide direct care including ADLs such as bathing and mobility, and respond to medical emergencies with sound clinical judgment. Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and care teams regarding resident needs, complete clinical documentation, and monitor care team records for accuracy. Support orientation and training of care staff, attend required in-services, and perform other duties assigned to support resident care and operational excellence. Must work weekends and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Current and valid LVN/LPN license in the state of employment
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification
- Minimum 6 months to 1 year experience in Assisted Living or Long-Term Care
- Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) and basic computer skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance standards
- Ability to respond with patience and understanding to dementia-related behaviors
- Physical ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
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