Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Texas is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential care to underserved patients. The LPN will assess patient needs, administer medications, and work closely with the healthcare team under RN supervision. This role requires a commitment to quality care and ongoing professional development. Candidates must be graduates from an accredited nursing program and licensed to practice in Texas. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Provide nursing care under RN supervision.
• Participate in treatment planning and patient education.
• Perform diagnostic tests and implement treatment programs.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical and psychological needs.
• Administer medications and assist in minor procedures.
• Document care and communicate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Collaboration with healthcare team

Documenting nursing encounters

Continuous professional development

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare. Join us

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:

• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k), we foster a work‑life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Benefits include:

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.

Our team shares a deep desire to make a difference by helping society’s most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we honor the responsibility to show up with non‑judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra of “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively heal the world, one patient at a time.

Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in our facilities each month, and a large percent receive direct clinical care, including lives saved by Narcan.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and provide best‑in‑class clinical resources for training, education, and point‑of‑care support.

How you make a difference

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of RN(s), the LPN provides direction and guidance in patient education and activities that align with their education and demonstrated competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, assess patients’ physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
• Implement treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administer medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and perform diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
• Assist in medical or minor surgical procedures, implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and document nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience.

Licenses/Certifications

• Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical or Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this role, or one of our many other roles.