LVN / LPN (Overnight)

Provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to individuals experiencing addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider to support safe medication administration, monitor patient health status, and contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment environment. This role promotes patient safety, dignity, and recovery across the continuum of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a diverse behavioral health population, fostering a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment.
• Support patient assessments by collecting relevant clinical data within LVN/LPN scope of practice.
• Perform vital signs, basic assessments, and approved procedures to monitor patient health and inform care planning.
• Observe, document, and promptly report changes in mental status, physical condition, or safety risks.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and escalate concerns to licensed providers as needed.
• Administer medications as prescribed, including PRNs, in accordance with scope of practice and organizational policy.
• Document medication administration, patient response, and effectiveness within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Medication Administration Records (MAR).
• Perform medication counts, reconciliation, and auditing processes to ensure compliance and safety.
• Enter medication orders into the electronic medical record (as directed) with accuracy and timeliness.
• Verify and secure medications brought in by patients, families, or providers in accordance with policy.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, psychiatrists, and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Communicate key updates, including new admissions and changes in patient status, to appropriate team members.
• Reinforce patient education related to medication adherence and safe medication use within LVN/LPN scope.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation using approved terminology and standards.
• Document incidents, medication errors, and safety concerns in alignment with organizational protocols.
• Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational regulations, including privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and compliance standards, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Policy.
• Deliver care using the nursing process (data collection, planning, implementation, evaluation) under RN or provider supervision.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all aspects of the role.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations, best practices, and clinical standards.
• Participate in required trainings, competency validations, and ongoing professional development.
• Support program needs and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Provide transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, medical appointments, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
• Monitor CIWA/COW scores for patients on detoxification protocols (Substance and Mental Health Use Disorder Division).
• Sit with patients for a minimum of one meal or snack per week but as needed to cover the program schedule (Eating Disorder Division).
• Work during meal periods to provide supervision and support to patients (Eating Disorder Division).
• Maintain NG Tube and administration of bolus feeds, where applicable (Eating Disorder Division).

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with a current licensure from an appropriate state licensing board in good standing.
• Preferred: Experience as a staff nurse, preferably in the field of chemical dependency and/or behavioral health.
• Knowledge of industry standards: organization, theory, principles, and research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards, ability to assess clinical care requirements based on nursing principles, scope of practice.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.
• One year experience preferred working in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders field.
• Current Basic Life Support (CPR and First Aid) certification.
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain Serv Safe certification within 90 days of hire if applicable (Eating Disorder and Mental Health Division).

Schedule

Part-time, 7pm-7am, Monday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday

Work Location

On-site - Plano, TX