Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

Adelphi is seeking Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses to provide nursing services at a facility in Washington County, Texas. The ideal candidate will support the care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Job Quick Facts • BD-673-13 • Profession: Nursing • Specialty: Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse • Location: Washington County, Texas • Facility Type: Residential / Long-Term Care Setting • Job Type: Contract • Contract Length: 6 months • Schedule: 40 hours per week Shift Length: 8-hour shifts Weekend Requirement: 3 weekends per month Break: 30-minute break during each shift Shifts 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM: 1:45 PM – 10:15 PM: 9:45 PM – 6:15 AM: • Compensation: $40 per hour Requirements • Completion of an approved LVN/LPN program • Current, unencumbered LVN/LPN license to practice in Texas • Nurses must have a background of working with the IDD, psych, and Dual diagnoses. • Nursing experience in an acute or long-term care setting preferred • Current CPR certification preferred • Ability to commit to a 6-month assignment • Ability to work 40 hours per week, including 3 weekends per month • Must pass a background check and drug screening • Must attend all required orientation and nursing education sessions • Must be available for Orientation Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, for approximately 2 weeks. • Attendance is mandatory, and punctuality is required, as missed sessions may be difficult to reschedule. Responsibilities • Perform vocational and practical nursing duties within the assigned scope of practice. • Provide care, treatment, and general support to individuals in a residential care setting. • Perform routine and non-routine nursing tasks to promote health, safety, and well-being. • Collect specimens for lab work and perform health screenings as needed. • Perform technical nursing procedures in accordance with applicable regulations and care standards. • Follow all applicable policies, procedures, and documentation requirements. • Support direct care staff by providing nursing guidance and instruction as needed. • Assist with on-the-job training for newly assigned nursing and support staff. • Monitor individual health needs and report changes in condition as appropriate. • Evaluate nursing interventions and provide input to the healthcare team. • Assist Registered Nurses with protocols, procedures, and programs that support health and safety. • Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while using sound judgment and initiative within the LVN/LPN scope of practice.