Licensed Vocational Nurse

Beacon Behavioral • Per Diem • Crowley, TX • 1m ago

The Maples is in search of a PRN Licensed Vocational Nurse to become a part of our team, providing support to The Maples Clinic located in Fort Worth, Texas.

Who We Are

The Maples is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.

The Maples now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Why work for us?

At The Maples, the Licensed Vocational Nurse receives a competitive salary.

What does the Licensed Vocational Nurse do? (including but not limited to)

As a Licensed Vocational Nurse, you are responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, educating patients on self-care, and documenting patient information thoroughly; all while maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team and patients.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

Participates in the planning, coordinating, and documenting of total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team
Accurately reports and records the client’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
Accurately monitor skin assessments with proper documentation and reporting of changes
Completes, maintains, and documents accurate and relevant clinical notes
Ensures timely and accurate clinical documentation for all nursing clinical services provided
Participation in education, in-services, and other training and meetings as needed
Facilitates appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment
Ensures all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift
Manages medication administration, monitoring, and proper storage of medication and complies with all medication management policies and procedures

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Must have active Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of Texas.
Minimum of 1 year experience as an LVN, experience in behavioral health care preferred
Certification in Basic Life Support
Certification in non-violent crisis intervention

Physical Demands:   

This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions. 

Beacon Behavioral Partners is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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