Grays Adult Activity Home

Staff Requirement (all direct service staff)

·         Must be 18 years of age

·         All staff must show proof of identification, current license, high school diploma or equivalent, & degree obtained

·         Must pass criminal background check, EMR (Employee Misconduct Registry) & NAR (Nurse Aide Registry)

·         Must have current CPR & first aid certificate

·         Must have TB test done with- in 2 weeks of employment and annually

Nurse/LVN Requirements (Full-Time or Part -Time)

• Must be licensed from the Texas Board of Nursing and practice in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and rules and regulations of the Texas Board of Nursing

·         Must have high school diploma or equivalent

• Current CPR certified, negative TB test  

·         Two years of full- time work experience in the nursing field working with people with disabilities in a human service or medically related program

• Must be available 8 hours Monday – Friday (7am – 5pm)
• If an LVN is employed as the facility nurse, then an RN consultant must provide consultation at the facility at least 4 hours per week. The RN consultant must document the consultation provided, and must be provided when individuals are present in the facility 

Nurse/LVN Duties

·         Initial Assessment within 14 days of the start date to determine type of care needed

·         Obtain physicians order for medication & treatment to be administered

·         Develop individual’s plan of care according to physician order & participant needs

·         Determine whether self-administered medications can be done and have been appropriately taken, applied, or used

·         Document monthly progress on medical care provided with dates

·         Train, consult, and assist the LVN to maintain proper medical records and

·         Provide health education to participant & direct service staff   

·         Maintain medical records

·         Assess & chart observation of participant behavior, condition, and care rendered daily

·         Check vitals, weight, blood pressure and medication monthly for review of care plan

·         Counsel & educate participant & family about their plan of care

·         Recommend tools or devices that may improve the quality of life for participant

·         Collect patient health history & make treatment decisions when appropriate

·         Assist with field trips & outings

·         Duties may changes as needed

·         3 hours of ongoing training quarterly

·         Monthly evacuation procedures practice

·         Fire, disaster, & evacuation training within 3 working days and

·         18 hours of training during the first three months  

·         Maintain confidentiality

Key Skills

·         The ability to communicate in a clear and understandable way

·         The ability to interact well with people from a wide range of backgrounds

·         Provide Sensitivity & Empathy when needed 

·         Have a passion for helping others, and demonstrate excellent social skills