LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionStar Nursing Has Urgent Needsfor LVNs in Carlsbad, TXLocation:Carlsbad, TXFacility:SSLC / Psych / Behavioral / IDDStart Date:11/16/2026Contract Length:Minimum 6-month contractOpenings:3x LVNSchedule:40 hours per week / Rotating scheduleShift:4 pm- 12 am (5 days a week with every 3rd weekend off.)LVNPay RateLocal: $42/hr.Travel / No Housing: $15/hr. (taxable) + $1,160/week (non-taxable); ($1,760/week based on 40 hours)(Candidate must be at least 50 miles away from their permanent residence to qualify for the housing allowance or travel stipend.)Duties & Responsibilities:Administer medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.Perform technical nursing procedures in accordance with facility and state regulations after competency has been demonstrated and documented.Document and report pertinent observations.Communicate orally and in writing with other team members regarding pertinent patient/resident information.Complete documentation according to facility policy.Respond to emergencies to ensure individuals' safety.Follow facility safety and infection control procedures.Monitor individuals receiving treatments and procedures.Collect specimens for laboratory examination and, after competency is documented, conduct appropriate screening tests when requested by lab personnel.Provide education to individuals with specific health goals.Assist other staff with turning and repositioning individuals to administer treatments.Ensure necessary supplies are available.Manage individual medical records in the Electronic Health Record system or paper chart.Attend work on a regular basis and work assigned shifts, which may include rotating schedules, extended shifts, and/or overtime when required and in accordance with agency leave policy.Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements:Active LVNlicense in the State of Texas or a compact LVNlicense through the Nurse Licensure Compact.Current resume showingSTRONGPsych, Behavioral Health, and/or IDD experience.-Experience with IDD and Psych is preferred.-Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.-Demonstrated computer and Electronic Health Record skills preferred.-Minimum 2+ years of experience in acute care, subacute care, long-term care, behavioral health, psych, or related setting preferred.Valid photo ID.Social Security card.Current American Heart Association CPR certification.Two current supervisor references.Physical exam within the last 12 months.Negative PPD result within the last 12 months.COVID-19 testing with a negative result required; facility will provide testing.COVID-19 vaccination card, if applicable.Vaccination records or titers for MMR,Hep B, and Varicella.Must be able to successfully pass a urine drug screen and BG.Must be able to successfully pass an FBI fingerprint background check.\nCompany DescriptionStar Nursing is a healthcare staffing agency with thousands of nationwide opportunities. Travel, direct hire, and temporary positions available, highest rates in the industry!Company DescriptionStar Nursing is a healthcare staffing agency with thousands of nationwide opportunities. Travel, direct hire, and temporary positions available, highest rates in the industry!