LVN II: Psychiatric Care (Nights/Weekends)

Your Texas Benefits; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employee

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse II for Big Spring State Hospital. This full-time role involves administering medications, providing care, and supporting psychiatric nursing teams on regular night and weekend shifts.

You will train new LVN staff, document care in electronic health records, and assist RNs and physicians. HHSC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid employee health insurance for eligible staff and a

Qualifications

• Licensed LVN in Texas with current license.
• Minimum six months LVN experience; twelve months preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric/mental health care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments per protocol.
• Assists RNs and physicians in patient care.
• Documents treatments in medical records.
• Trains new LVN staff and mentored team members.
• Responds to emergencies and ensures safety of patients.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

CPR certification

Patient care

Communication skills

Electronic health records

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Education

Texas LVN license

Accredited LVN program

Tools

EHR software

Job description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse II for Big Spring State Hospital. This full-time role involves administering medications, providing care, and supporting psychiatric nursing teams on regular night and weekend shifts.

You will train new LVN staff, document care in electronic health records, and assist RNs and physicians. HHSC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid employee health insurance for eligible staff and a