LVN - Unit Clinician (Every Weekend 7PM-7AM)

Pillar Clinical Research LLC; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research facility is looking for an experienced LVN to maintain high standards of patient care and manage unit staff. The role requires at least 1 year of direct patient care experience in a psychiatric setting, with responsibilities including medication dispensation, patient interaction, and compliance with safety policies. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience and strong teamwork skills. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a behavioral healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year providing direct patient care in a psychiatric setting.
• Experience in a nursing leadership role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of patient care.
• Manage patient data and medical records confidentially.
• Interact with doctors, patients, and families.
• Dispense medication and maintain accurate records.
• Document clinical notes and patient observations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and patient safety.
• Collect vital signs and provide clinical support.

Skills

Teamwork

Mental health care knowledge

Patient care

Education

Current LVN license

Job description

Our clinical research site is looking for an experienced LVN to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining quality of care throughout the inpatient facility. They may also help manage and train our unit staff. The ideal candidate for this position has previous experience in a nursing leadership position, a strong ability to work with a team, and an in-depth knowledge of mental health care.

Position responsibilities:

• Maintaining high standards of care
• Managing patients' data and medical records with confidentiality and sensitivity
• Interacting with doctors, patients and family members

This position also includes the following duties:

• Medication dispensation and maintaining accurate records
• Documenting patient observations and clinical notes
• Overseeing the unit to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and ensure the safety of the patients
• Collect vital signs
• Provide clinical support to physicians during patient examinations and procedures, as needed
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the room stocked and cleaned, reorder supplies, and dispose of bio-hazardous supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Must hold a current, valid LVN license

Minimum of 1 year providing direct patient care to persons receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders is required, preferably in a behavioral healthcare setting