Licensed Vocational Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Active LVN license in Texas
• Nursing degree/diploma from an accredited school of nursing
• Strong assessment and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication abilities
• Ability to maintain objectivity and empathy in patient interactions
• Adherence to the Healthcare Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of state and federal confidentiality regulations

Nice To Haves

• Experience in substance use disorder treatment, acute care, or detox settings
• Familiarity with KIPU EMR system
• Personal or professional familiarity with the local recovery community; lived experience is valued but not required

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including ASAM forms
• Provide routine nursing care at various levels of care
• Identify treatment needs and integrate findings into collaborative, measurable treatment plans
• Complete nursing documentation in accordance with facility and state requirements
• Review medication logs and assist the medical department with a variety of tasks
• Administer medications as directed by the medical provider
• Facilitate medication education for patients
• Collaborate with patients, families, and referral sources on progress updates and post-discharge planning
• Apply clinical judgment in crisis situations, including risk assessments and de-escalation
• Build rapport and trust with patients through strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

• CEUs that count toward licensure renewal
• CPR training provided