LVN PRN (Nights - $2 Shift Diff!) - Stevenson Oaks

Methodist Retirement Communities · Crowley, TX Part Time

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Job Description

Description MRC’s Stevenson Oaks community is the newest senior living choice in Fort Worth with 172 independent living apartments, 40 assisted living units and 24 memory support suites offering an array of services, with a firm belief that growth is constant, despite age, the community is designed to inspire connection, joy and purpose throughout the aging process. As a mission driven, non-profit community, Stevenson Oaks is committed to a culture that is faith inspired, elder centered and relationship based. With an unmatched standard of excellence, the community becomes more than a building, it becomes a home. Stevenson Oaks is looking for PRN Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN) who thrive in a positive team environment. We pride ourselves on treating residents the way we'd like to be treated. If you can commit to ICARE values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability Respect and Excellence, we'd love to hear from you! We are currently seeking a LVN to: Must be able to work PRN $2 Shift differential for nights direct and coordinate activities of aides perform basic daily nursing functions issue proper medications meet the nursing needs of our residents in an efficient, economical, and caring manner- while maintaining high standards and quality care Qualifications Required Education/Certification/Licensure: Graduation from an accredited vocational school of nursing and current Texas LVN license required. Training and Experience: Knowledgeable of human development, including the processes of aging, and of social and health problems confronting older persons. Models a service attitude toward others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, families and coworkers. Models MRCs ICARE Values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence Communicate professionally, respectfully and tactfully in all situations.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr

DFW Median $101,421/yr

Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr

vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.