Licensed Vocational Nurse

Sierra Health + Wellness; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Health and Wellness is seeking an experienced LVN/LPT to oversee detoxing clients and ensure medical processes are followed and documented. The role includes supporting doctor orders, care plans, and accurate charting in a facility focused on recovery.

The ideal candidate holds a current LVN or LPT license, can coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and is proficient with EMR systems. Willingness to undergo drug screen and TB test is required, with 12-hour shifts available.

Qualifications

• Current LVN or LPT license required.
• EMR system experience preferred; basic computer skills including Word and e-mail are needed.
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate residents' physical and emotional status.
• Provide nursing care according to Physician's orders and care plans.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician.
• Sign, date and perform all charting and documentation per policies.
• Provide outstanding individualized resident care.

Skills

Licensed LVN/LPT

EMR experience

MS Word

Email/communication

Coordination

Professional attitude

Education

LVN or LPT license

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Word

Job description

Serenity Light Recovery Center at Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

Positions Available

• Full-time: 12-shifts AM or NOCs
• PRN: 12 hour shifts

Duties And Responsibilities

Qualified candidates must have a current, valid license to practice nursing. LVNs oversee detoxing clients and ensure that all medical processes and operations are followed and documented. The ideal candidate must be willing to undergo a drug screen, TB and physical.

• Supervise other licensed and non-licensed staff in the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.
• Provide nursing care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patient-administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.
• Sign, date and perform all charting, record-keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provide outstanding individualized resident care

Requirements

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) required
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and e-mail. Use of EMR system is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgrounds, working at distinct levels 1 of 2
• Commitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the program and of consideration and respect of clients.
• Customer service oriented, professional attitude

Work Authorization/security Clearance Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License

Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines, and other addictive substances.

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.

https://www.sierrahealthwellnesscenters.com/