LVN/LPN / LTC / Texas / Any / LPN - Behavioral Health Job
Posted 4 days ago
Carlsbad, TX · Onsite
Full Time
Onsite
About the job
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Adelphi is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to perform advanced vocational nursing work at a facility in Tom Green County, Texas. The ideal LPN will provide care and treatment to individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs.
Job Description
- Perform advanced vocational nursing work.
- Provide for the care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals at the facility.
- Perform routine and advanced nursing tasks during assigned shifts.
- Administer medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.
- Collect specimens for laboratory work and perform health screenings.
- Monitor individuals for treatments and procedures.
- Provide education to individuals with specific health goals.
- Perform technical nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations.
- Instruct staff on providing care that supports medical needs.
- Assist staff with turning or repositioning individuals when administering treatments.
- Ensure that medical and treatment supplies are available.
- Maintain individuals' medical records in the EHR or paper charts.
- Document and report pertinent observations and communicate information to the care team.
- Respond to emergencies and follow safety and infection control procedures.
- Work under limited RN supervision, using independent judgment.
- Maintain regular attendance and work assigned or rotating shifts as required.
Requirements
- Completion of an approved LPN/LVN program.
- Must be a licensed LPN able to practice in Texas or a Nurse Licensure Compact state.
- Preferably 1+ years of experience in behavioral health or residential care settings.
- Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated computer and EHR documentation skills preferred.
Contract Details
- Location: Tom Green County, Texas
- Facility Type: Residential Facility
- Job Type: Contract
- Contract Length: Minimum 6 months
- Shift/Schedule: Rotating Schedule (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM)
- Start Date: 03/16/2026
- Rate: $33-$36/hr
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