Licensed Vocational Nurse

BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES; Crowley (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Maples Clinic is looking for a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team in Fort Worth, Texas. This position supports day, night, or PRN shifts to provide comprehensive nursing care in a behavioral health setting.

As an LVN, you will perform basic patient care, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and document care accurately while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Prior behavioral health experience and Texas LVN licensure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active LVN license in Texas.
• Minimum 1 year LVN experience; behavioral health experience preferred.
• BLS certification; Crisis Intervention certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Takes and records vital signs.
• Administers medications as ordered and monitors effects.
• Prepares patients for exams and procedures.
• Collects specimens and assists with procedures.
• Educates patients on self-care and discharge instructions.
• Maintains accurate and thorough clinical notes and documentation.
• Communicates clearly with the healthcare team and patients.
• Ensures compliance with medication management policies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Active TX LVN license

Job description

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Licensed Vocational Nurse

PRN Crowley, TX, US

The Maples is in search of a Licensed Vocational Nurse for Day, Night, or PRN shifts to become a part of our team, providing support to The Maples Clinic located in Fort Worth, Texas.

Who We Are

The Maples is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.

The Maples now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Why work for us?

At The Maples, the Licensed Vocational Nurse receive a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; matching contributions to a 401(k) plan; short-term disability insurance; paid holidays; accrued paid time off; and a range of additional valuable benefits.

What does the Licensed Nurse do? (including but not limited to)

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you are responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, educating patients on self-care, and documenting patient information thoroughly; all while maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team and patients.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Participates in the planning, coordinating, and documenting of total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Accurately reports and records the client’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Accurately monitor skin assessments with proper documentation and reporting of changes
• Completes, maintains, and documents accurate and relevant clinical notes
• Ensures timely and accurate clinical documentation for all nursing clinical services provided
• Participation in education, in-services, and other training and meetings as needed
• Facilitates appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment
• Ensures all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift
• Manages medication administration, monitoring, and proper storage of medication and complies with all medication management policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must have active Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of Texas.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as an LVN, experience in behavioral health care preferred
• Certification in Basic Life Support
• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention