Licensed Vocational Nurse

Overview

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve.  Every day, we strive to embody our core values: 

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. 

• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. 

• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. 

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. 

Your Mission in Action

The Medical Coordinator arranges and coordinates appropriate health services, including urgent, emergent, and preventative health services, for children in care. This includes maintaining complete, confidential medical records for children, ensuring appropriate communication of health needs to case managers and clinicians, scheduling health care appointments, coordinating transportation to health care appointments, ensuring qualified interpretation and translation services are in place, and serving as a liaison for community health care providers. This role adheres to agency policies, licensing, and regulatory standards.  

Responsibilities

• Provide UC with routine health screenings and perform basic health assessment; assess each UC’s unique medical needs and ensure they are properly met in a timely manner; report routine medical needs to the medical, clinical, case management and direct care staff per Agency policy and licensing standards 
• Administer medication and treatment to UC as prescribed or as needed in accordance with licensing standards and nursing practices; coordinate medical appointments and follow through on medications and treatment as prescribed; coordinate and oversee the prescribed nutritional needs and diet and fluid intake for UC as prescribed 
• Facilitate trainings for staff, such as dispensing prescribed, over the counter and psychotropic medication, blood borne pathogens, and CPR/First Aid 
• Create, update, and maintain accurate and up-to-date UC case files and records with information pertaining to nursing care, child’s medical history, treatment plans, and observations; chart all pertinent information in the UC case files/records in accordance with Agency policy and licensing standards 
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as requested and to remain in compliance with licensing and funding standards 
• Assist with the assessment, development, and evaluation of a UC individualized service plan based on their needs and medical condition; use care plans as a basis for providing therapeutic care to UC 
• Respond to all crisis situations in a timely manner; ensure all Program departments are properly notified in a timely manner; report incidents according to licensing standards 
• Assist with the safe and physical evacuation of UC during an emergency or natural disaster  
• Role includes on-call responsibilities as schedule and as medical emergencies/needs may arise; consultation can be provided remotely or on-site based on need 
• Work as a team player and exhibit professional behavior and a positive attitude with both internal and external clients that reflects positively on the Agency and is consistent with Agency policies and practices 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in Texas or higher health–related qualification (e.g. licensed resisted nurse (RN) with bachelor’s degree) OR Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• One (1) year of employment in public health or a healthcare setting with demonstrated experience in care coordination, health administration, or direct clinical care 
• High School diploma or equivalent  
• Bilingual English and Spanish, (speak, read and write) 
• Must be 21 years of age or older per licensing requirements
• Ability to maintain a professional approach and build a rapport and trust with residents and their families 
• Consistently follows established standards, policies, and procedures in providing nursing care 
• Strong writing skills with the ability to document and maintain accurate UC files/records 
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and people skills; ability to work and interact with diverse groups of people and handle stressful and emotional situations 
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to work with a team in a collaborative manner 
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to pay very close attention to details and meet deadlines 
• Ability to resolve conflict and respond to resident issues with professionalism, tact, and empathy 
• Proficient in use of personal computers, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and information systems used to document and record UC information 

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience with pediatrics and/or adolescents 
• Associate degree in a medical or science field 

Travel

• This position may require travel up to 20%

Perks at Upbring 

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays 
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more  
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Discounted Gym Memberships  

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• This position requires sitting and looking and using a computer for long periods of time
• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children 
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are area where children reside
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 50 lbs
• May be required to apply safety intervention with youth who could weigh over 100lbs. 

The physical requirements for this position, with or without reasonable accommodation, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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