Nursing Assistant jobs in Galveston, TX

Providing for more than just the physical needs of our patients…

Woodlake Nursing and Rehabilitation in partnership with Century Rehabilitation, is seeking a personable Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to assist the Director of Nursing with the management and training of the nursing services staff and the overall management of resident care.

Join us and grow your skills as part of our caring and compassionate multidisciplinary healthcare team that is focused on enriching the lives of our patients every day.

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates knowledge of developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in planning the delivery of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to care for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, infectious disease, and wound care, if applicable.
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the DON and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and facility needs.
• Ensures the residents receive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services.

Qualifications:

• Current license, in good standing, as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing or Registered Nursing.
• Previous long-term care experience is a plus.
• Possesses excellent technical assessment, documentation and leadership qualities.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift

License/Certification:

• TX LVN or RN (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Clute, TX 77531: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person