Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Residential Behavioral Health, Tom Green County, TX

Ref#: BD-673-60

Join Adelphi as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to deliver skilled nursing care at a residential facility in Carlsbad, Texas. The position supports individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs in a contract role (minimum 6 months) with rotating shifts.

Quick facts

• Profession: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Location: Carlsbad, Texas
• Facility type: Residential facility
• Employment: Contract (min. 6 months)
• Shift: Rotating schedule (examples: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; 7:00 AM–11:00 AM; 3:00 PM–7:00 PM; 4:00 PM–12:00 AM)
• Start dates: 03/16/2026 | 04/01/2026 | 04/16/2026
• Pay: $33–$36/hr

Required qualifications

• Graduate of an approved LVN program
• Active LVN license to practice in Texas or a Nurse Licensure Compact state
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Availability to work assigned/rotating shifts and maintain regular attendance

Preferred

• 1+ years’ experience in behavioral health or residential care
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and basic computer skills

Core responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care and treatments for residents with medical and behavioral health needs
• Perform routine and advanced nursing tasks within LVN scope of practice, including medication administration (oral, rectal, internal, injection) and clinical procedures per facility and state regulations
• Collect specimens, conduct health screenings, and monitor responses to treatments and procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records in EHR or paper charts; document and report observations to the care team
• Educate residents on individualized health goals and instruct staff in care practices that support medical needs
• Assist staff with safe patient handling (repositioning/turning) during treatments
• Ensure availability and proper management of medical and treatment supplies
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and adhere to safety and infection control protocols
• Work under limited RN supervision, exercising independent judgment within scope

If you meet the qualifications and are committed to delivering compassionate, safe care in a residential setting, we encourage you to apply.