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 includes monitoring withdrawal symptoms, observing medication administration, supporting medical assessments, and helping ensure clients’ safety and comfort during detoxification. The LVN collaborates with the Medical Director, medical providers, and clinical and support staff to deliver safe, compassionate, effective care. The position is with Nexus Family Recovery Center, a Dallas-based nonprofit providing a continuum of substance use disorder care for women and families. Its approach is trauma-informed and evidence-based, and its stated workplace values include respect, compassion, and integrity. This is a part-time position in Dallas, Texas, on the evening shift, with travel of up to 25%. The listed pay range is $28.00–$30.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in good standing with the State of Texas.
- Knowledge of substance withdrawal syndromes and detoxification protocols.
- Strong clinical assessment and observation skills.
- Ability to respond quickly to medical changes or emergencies.
- Effective communication with medical and clinical teams.
- Compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to client care.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced treatment environment.
- Proficiency with common office technology tools, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram-form instructions and solve practical problems in standardized situations.
- Ability to perform assigned duties promptly, accurately, neatly, and to a high standard.
- Ability to meet the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines, the agency compliance plan, code of conduct, and Nexus policies and procedures.
- Treat clients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in detox, behavioral health, emergency care, or medical-surgical settings.
- Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
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 and administer medications according to provider orders, client-specific protocols, and applicable standards.
- Monitor medication effectiveness and potential side effects, and ensure proper medication storage, documentation, and controlled-substance procedures.
- Observe and report changes in clients’ conditions to the physician, nurse supervisor, or medical provider.
- Provide nursing care in accordance with medical orders, nursing standards, and facility policies.
- Assist with detox admission assessments by reviewing medical history, current medications, and withdrawal risk factors; obtaining initial vital signs; and conducting withdrawal screenings.
- Monitor for severe withdrawal, medical complications, or psychiatric concerns; respond to emergencies according to established protocols, including code blues outside the detox unit.
- Assist with crisis intervention when clients experience agitation, distress, or medical instability.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, including nursing assessments, medication administration, withdrawal scores, and client responses to treatment.
- Educate clients about prescribed medications, withdrawal management, withdrawal symptoms, detox medications, and recovery support when appropriate.
- Support coordination of care among medical, clinical, and support staff, and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings when required.
- Encourage clients to engage in treatment programming once medically stable and offer compassionate support throughout detox.
- Comply with confidentiality requirements, HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines, agency policies, licensing standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Complete required online trainings and attend required in-person trainings and staff meetings.
- Obtain and maintain training required to remain compliant with state licensure rules and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
