Licensed Vocational Nurse 3 - 645

CENTRAL COUNTIES CENTER FOR MENTAL • Temple, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides advanced, journey-level nursing services in an outpatient mental health clinic. Under the supervision of a licensed prescriber or Registered Nurse, the LVN delivers direct patient care, medication management, clinical assessments, and documentation to support safe, effective, and compliant medical services. The role exercises independent judgment within the scope of licensure and may support in-person and telemedicine services, as well as provide guidance and training to other staff.

The position is assigned to Temple Main and may float throughout the catchment area based on program needs. The work location may vary and frequent daily driving within the LMHA service area may be required. Services are primarily provided in outpatient mental health clinics, with possible assignments to Crisis Respite or home visits with ACT/FEP staff. The position works primarily daytime hours; occasional evenings may be required.

Requirements

• Graduation from a state-approved LVN program.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current LVN license in Texas or a compact state.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Completion of required Center trainings.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass background and health screenings.
• Proficiency in vocational nursing procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and regulatory compliance.
• Commitment to trauma-informed care and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under stressful or high-pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in outpatient mental health or behavioral health nursing.
• Familiarity with EHR and telemedicine systems.
• One year or more of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide vocational nursing services supporting prescribers and Registered Nurses for in-person and telemedicine appointments, in accordance with Texas nursing laws, regulations, and Center policies.
• Review patient records for completed medication consents and required clinical documentation.
• Perform focused nursing assessments within LVN scope and report findings, observations, and concerns to prescribers or supervising nurses.
• Measure, monitor, and document vital signs, including height, weight, BMI, pulse, blood pressure, and temperature.
• Administer ordered oral and injectable medications in accordance with scope, supervision requirements, and agency protocols.
• Receive, document, and carry out verbal, written, and telephonic medication orders from authorized prescribers.
• Perform EKGs, document results, and promptly communicate findings to prescribers.
• Collect permitted laboratory specimens, document and report results, and implement prescriber-directed interventions.
• Support prescription preparation, medication workflows, refill coordination, and documentation of medication release.
• Monitor, supervise, and document consumers’ self-administration of medications in accordance with policy and prescriber direction.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete nursing documentation in the EHR and other clinical systems.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team members, pharmacies, laboratories, and external healthcare providers to coordinate care.
• Follow infection control, safety, confidentiality, HIPAA, and quality management requirements.
• Provide guidance, education reinforcement, and training support to non-licensed staff within LVN scope and delegation standards.
• Use approved verbal de-escalation techniques to assist people experiencing emotional distress, behavioral escalation, or psychiatric symptoms.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and respectful conduct consistent with the Center’s mission, trauma-informed care principles, cultural sensitivity, and policies.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, competencies, mandatory training, and continuing education.
• Organize and prioritize responsibilities, follow clinical directives, and exercise sound nursing judgment under appropriate supervision.
• Maintain regular attendance, dependability, and reliability.
• Perform related duties as assigned and consistent with scope of practice.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $2,000, subject to eligibility and payment conditions.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off: 7.69 hours per pay period, equivalent to five weeks per year.
• Ten observed company-paid holidays.
• One floating holiday after completion of the conditional status period.
• Eight hours of annual volunteer time off.
• Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED