Licensed Vocational Nurse - Part Time
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct nursing care to clients undergoing medical detoxification for substance use disorders. The role involves monitoring withdrawal symptoms, observing and administering medications as ordered, supporting medical assessments, and helping ensure clients’ safety and comfort throughout detox. The LVN works collaboratively with the Medical Director, medical providers, and clinical and support staff to provide safe, compassionate, effective care. Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit serving women and families affected by substance use disorder. Its continuum of care spans detox, residential, and outpatient treatment and is rooted in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice. The organization describes its workplace culture as grounded in respect, compassion, and integrity, and says it aims to support, value, and develop its staff. This is a part-time role with two shift options: every other week on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., or every other Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The listed location is Dallas, Texas. Travel is listed as up to 25%.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in good standing with the State of Texas.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and CFR 42 requirements for disclosure of information.
- Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and solve practical problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to perform assigned responsibilities promptly, accurately, neatly, and to the required standard.
- Ability to obtain and maintain training required for compliance with state licensure rules and regulations.
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, navigate stairs, sit, use hands to handle objects or controls, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- Close and distance vision abilities.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of nursing experience, preferably in detox, behavioral health, emergency care, or medical-surgical settings.
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
- Knowledge of substance withdrawal syndromes and detox protocols.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Strong clinical assessment and observation skills.
- Ability to respond quickly to medical changes or emergencies.
- Effective communication with medical and clinical teams.
- Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to client care.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced treatment environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct admission nursing assessments, including vital signs and withdrawal monitoring using tools such as CIWA and COWS, and document findings in Welligent and/or CMBHS.
- Monitor clients experiencing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and other substances.
- Supervise medication use according to applicable licensing, regulatory, and agency standards and each client’s medication protocol.
- Observe and report changes in client condition to a physician, nurse supervisor, or medical provider.
- Provide nursing care in accordance with medical orders, nursing standards, and facility policies.
- Administer medications as ordered and monitor their effectiveness and potential side effects.
- Maintain proper medication storage, documentation, and controlled-substance procedures, including storage, disposal, counting, and reconciliation.
- Educate clients about prescribed medications and withdrawal management when appropriate.
- Assist with medical intake assessments for detox admissions by reviewing medical history, current medications, and withdrawal risk factors; taking initial vital signs; conducting withdrawal screenings; and communicating relevant medical concerns.
- Monitor for severe withdrawal, medical complications, and psychiatric concerns.
- Respond to medical emergencies, follow emergency protocols, and respond to code blues outside the detox unit.
- Assist with crisis intervention when clients experience agitation, distress, or medical instability.
- Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation of nursing assessments, medication administration, withdrawal scores, and client responses to treatment.
- Comply with facility policies, licensing standards, regulatory requirements, HIPAA, and confidentiality obligations.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings when required and support coordination of care among medical, clinical, and support staff.
- Provide education about withdrawal symptoms, detox medications, and recovery support when appropriate.
- Encourage clients to engage in treatment programming once medically stable and provide compassionate support during detox.
- Complete required online training and attend required in-person training and staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain required training to remain compliant with state licensure rules and regulations.
- Treat clients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect and follow the agency compliance plan, code of conduct, and policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
