LVN Nights 7p-7a

About the role

The Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for delivering quality general/psychiatric nursing care to patients who are hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders, support the hospital and program philosophy of care and to ensure the safety and well-being of each patient.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and well-being of medical and/or non-medical tasks of the Child, Adolescent and Adult for a given shift
• Help with the guidance of non-professional personnel in observing individuals for changes in conditions or behavior and reporting these changes to the charge nurse (RN)
• Provide prescribed medical treatment to individuals
• Display basic knowledge of treatment procedures and interventions common to acute psychotic as well as non-violent crises intervention practice
• Apply knowledge of abnormal psychology, medical terminology, and psychopharmacy to child, adolescent or adult psychiatric care
• Perform other related duties as assigned by professional staff

Requirements

• ADN/BSN or equivalent
• Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas by the Nursing Board
• Valid CPR certification and SAMA training within 30 days of hire

Skills

• High school level reading and writing skills
• Acceptable oral and written communication skills along with legible handwriting
• Customer service skills in face to face interactions
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Ability to apply time management practices to prioritize, schedule and complete work effectively

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

Ability to perform tasks that require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and perceiving attributes of objects through touch and hearing. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Pet insurance
• Financial fraud insurance
• Education Reimbursement