Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

CVP is seeking Long Term Care (LTC) Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team in providing our Nation's Veterans with compassionate, high-quality care at the Houston VA Medical Center's Community Living Center (CLC). The CLC functions as a skilled nursing facility within the VA system, providing care to Veterans with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or those in need of end-of-life care.

The RN will utilize their broad-based clinical knowledge to effectively assess, implement health promotion and prevention interventions, manage acute and chronic illness states, assist patients/residents in the attainment of optimal levels of functioning rehabilitation, evaluate patient/resident response to actual or potential health problems, and provide supportive measures for the patient/resident and their significant others.

• Deliver direct patient care including assessments, medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs 

• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

• Support residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility assistance

• Monitor changes in residents' physical and mental health and promptly report concerns to the medical team

• Provide emotional support to Veterans and their families, particularly in palliative and hospice care settings

• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with VA policies and electronic health record standards

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection control, and safety protocols

• Perform head-to-toe assessments and vital sign monitoring, including pain assessment

• Administer medications safely and accurately using the Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) system

• Perform wound care including dressing changes and obtaining wound cultures as necessary

• Complete Braden Scale assessments to measure risk for skin injuries and implement preventative interventions

• Conduct Fall Risk Assessments and implement strategies to decrease the risk of falls and injuries

• Clear all CPRS clinical alerts daily and maintain accurate electronic health records

• Practice the VA core values: Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE)

• Provide clinical oversight to LPNs, Nursing Assistants, and other support staff as needed

• Must be eligible to undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required)

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required - Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by either the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in any U.S. state or territory

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Minimum of one year of recent experience in Long Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) settings

• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred

• Experience in hospice/palliative care, geriatrics, or medical-surgical nursing preferred

• Familiarity with electronic health records systems, preferably experience with VA's CPRS

Shift

• 7:30am – 8:00pm

• Rotating Weekends

• 36 hours per week

Location

• Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center 2002 Holcombe Boulevard Houston, TX 77030, Community Living Center (CLC)

About CVP

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.