Licensed Vocational Nurse

  • Kerrville
  • Relode
Job Description Job Description Benefits:
  • Full Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule

Overview:
We are an organization dedicated to improving the lives of millions of Texans through a wide range of programs and services. With a strong foundation of dedicated individuals, we strive to make a positive impact on the health, safety, and well-being of our communities while ensuring responsible stewardship of public resources.


Qualifications:

Required:


  • Associate degree or higher
  • Experience in Behavioral Health for at least 1 year

Overview:
As an Agency Licensed Vocational Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing advanced nursing care to individuals with complex medical, mental health, and/or behavioral health issues at our maximum security unit. Your responsibilities will include performing nursing tasks, instructing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations to support the well-being of our clients.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Perform advanced vocational nursing work
  • Provide care, treatment, and general welfare for individuals with complex medical, mental health, and/or behavioral health issues
  • Collect specimens for lab work and conduct health screenings
  • Instruct staff on providing service and care to support individual medical needs
  • Perform technical nursing procedures in accordance with regulations
  • Provide on-the-job training to new LVNs and direct care staff
  • Monitor and assign work to psychiatric nursing assistants
  • Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes and provide input to the healthcare team
  • Assist in implementing protocols, procedures, and programs to enhance health and safety

Schedule and Shift Details:


  • Shifts are from 3 PM to 11 PM and 11 PM to 7 AM

Additional Information:


  • No requested time off will be approved at this time (exceptions may be discussed)
  • Must have a valid photo ID and current American Heart Association CPR certification
  • Negative PPD results within the last 12 months are required
  • COVID-19 testing with negative results required (testing provided)
  • COVID-19 vaccination card, if applicable
  • Must successfully pass a urine drug screen and background check
  • Must successfully pass an FBI fingerprint background check (provided by the client)