IDD LVN I (Temporary Possible Permanent)

At MHMR Concho Valley, our mission is “Working together to help people help themselves.”

If you are serious about making a difference, we guarantee you’ll love being a part of the MHMR Concho Valley.

(Position is temporary, Possible Permanent)

The IDD LVN I provides nursing services to people with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities who are enrolled in MHMRCV’s HCS, TxHmL and GR services. The LVN I is responsible for the performance of health care procedures and monitoring consumer's health conditions. Duties include, but are not limited to: completing nursing evaluations, completing assessments and medical staffing reports, administering and monitoring medications, instructing consumers, staff and others in proper medical techniques, making referrals for appropriate medical services and monitoring and disseminating results of medical services provided by other professionals, performing TB tests, attending medical appointments as needed, attending meetings and being on-call. Occasional duties will include "non-medical tasks.” Additional tasks may be asked of the IDD LVN I by the IDD Community Services Program Manager and/or the IDD Director. The IDD LVN I provides all services in accordance with the Texas Administrative Code for HCS, TxHmL and General Revenue Services.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program accredited by the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• High school diploma or a certificate recognized by a state as the equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Two (2) years work experience preferred in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Must be computer and office equipment literate.
• Efficiency in utilizing Microsoft software and computerized Electronic Health Record software.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Ability to work independently and to organize work efficiently with time management.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with clients, family members, medical staff and other people involved in the client’s care team.
• Knowledge of computer operation, computer applications and willingness to learn new applications.

REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required and reliable transportation.
• Must not have more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years.
• Must be insurable and remain insurable on Center’s insurance.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

SHIFT

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.– 5 p.m. and on-call.

BENEFITS

We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement and 457 plan, other voluntary benefits, vacation, employee choice days, sick time off and holidays. https://mhmrcv.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Employee-Benefits-Sheet-01-2023.pdf

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

All applicants applying for positions at MHMRCV, please select "Apply On Company Site", then follow the steps and attach resume. 

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. 

For questions, please email Jobs@mhmrcv.org.

Convictions related to any sexual assault, aggravated assault, drug related offense, murder, theft, battery, or any other crime involving personal injury; injury to a child, elderly individual, disabled individual, or threat to another person; abandoning or endangering a child; and aiding suicide, may make you ineligible for employment in positions, in direct contact with consumers of MHMR Services for the Concho Valley. The names of all prospective employees are cleared through the Texas Department of Public Safety to determine the existence of such records. Falsification of the application for employment is grounds for dismissal. Ask the personnel office for further information. For insurance purposes, driving records will be checked on all employees that are required to drive as stated in their position description. If an employee is determined to be uninsurable, employment may be dismissed.

 MHMR Concho Valley is a trauma informed organization dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, calm, and secure environment with supportive care, a system-wide understanding of trauma prevalence and impact, recovery and trauma specific services, and recovery-focused, consumer-driven services that applies to all staff, volunteers, contracted providers, and community partners.  MHMR Concho Valley has made an implicit commitment to prevent and reduce suicide deaths among individuals served by the Center through applying the elements of safer suicide care outlined the Zero Suicide Framework (lead, train, identify, engage, treat, transition, improve). 

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