Day Shift LVN – Behavioral Health Care Partner

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for full-time day shift in Behavioral Health. The LVN will support RNs, assist with patient care, and participate in unit activities, while complying with hospital policies and safety standards.

Requirements include LVN diploma, current BLS/CPR, CPI within 30 days, and strong communication skills. Knowledge of cultural and bilingual needs is valued; hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of vocational nursing required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• CPI training within 30 days of hire date.
• Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians.
• Prefer hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse in the provision of nursing care to patients in designated departments by performing routine and delegated duties.
• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others.
• Documents information received from the patient and disseminates it to appropriate people or departments.
• Interact with patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers in a respectful and professional manner.
• Accept assignments to all behavioral units as required by patient need.

Skills

BLS/CPR Certification

CPI Training

English Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Diploma

Graduate of accredited LVN program

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for full-time day shift in Behavioral Health. The LVN will support RNs, assist with patient care, and participate in unit activities, while complying with hospital policies and safety standards.

Requirements include LVN diploma, current BLS/CPR, CPI within 30 days, and strong communication skills. Knowledge of cultural and bilingual needs is valued; hospital experience preferred.