Adelphi is seeking dedicated and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide on-site nursing care at a residential behavioral health facility in Howard County Texas. The ideal candidates will assist with direct patient care support medication administration and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams in a structured behavioral health environment.
Job Quick Facts:
Ref#: BD-673-32
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Licensed Vocational Nurse
Location: Howard County TX
Facility Type: Behavioral Health Facility
Job Type: Full-Time Contract (6 Months)
Coverage: On-Site
Schedule:
Full-time 40 hours per week
Initial 2 3 weeks; Monday Friday daytime schedule including on-unit mentorship with a seasoned LVN
Regular schedule; Alternating shifts to meet facility staffing needs
Every other weekend off
Flexible start dates (Monday Friday)with a minimum of 5 business days required for pre-employment processing
Rate: $33 $36/hr
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited LVN/LPN program
Active unrestricted LVN or LPN license in the State of Texas
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred
Experience in behavioral health long-term care or dual diagnosis preferred
Current CPR certification (American Heart Association only)
Valid government-issued photo ID
Negative PPD test within the last 12 months
COVID-19 vaccination card (if applicable)
Must comply with agency & facility requirements including drug screening & FBI fingerprint background check
Must comply with agency and facilty immunization requirements
Must complete all required facility and agency training requirements
All compliance must be completed and approved prior to the start date no exceptions
Time off during the Christmas and New Year s holidays is not available due to facility coverage needs
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
Educate patients on medications and individual healthcare plans.
Conduct and document assessments of injuries illnesses and acute conditions.
Accurately complete electronic medical records (EMR); full training provided.
Comply with SOPs and all applicable regulatory standards (CMS Joint Commission agency and facility policies).
Support infection control efforts including TB testing COVID/flu vaccinations and related health initiatives.
Collaborate effectively with RNs nurse managers and interdisciplinary care teams.
Perform computer data entry and other clinical tasks as required.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by nursing leadership.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
