Licensed Vocational Nurse

Beacon Behavioral Hospital; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse for the night shift in Fort Worth, Texas. The role involves providing essential support to patients under the supervision of registered nurses, participating in medication management, and ensuring quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess a Texas LVN license and experience in behavioral health is preferred. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, underscoring our commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Administer medications and monitor patient conditions.
• Document patient information thoroughly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

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The Maples is looking for a Night Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our team! We have shifts available from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am , and we need someone to provide support at our facility 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
  
  

Physical Demands

This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The Maples is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information, as outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity laws. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.

The Maples does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any kind. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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