Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Role Summary

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides advanced vocational nursing care within a state-operated hospital setting serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and complex medical, mental health, and behavioral health needs.

This role is integral to ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of patients through high-quality clinical care, medication management, and adherence to regulatory standards. The LVN works collaboratively within a structured healthcare environment while receiving comprehensive training and mentorship to support professional growth and clinical excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced LVN seeking meaningful work in a mission-driven environment focused on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients with intellectual disabilities and complex medical, mental health, and behavioral health conditions

• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely

• Provide medication education to patients as appropriate

• Complete detailed and accurate clinical documentation

• Perform computer data entry (full system training provided)

• Follow and comply with all facility Standard Operating Procedures

• Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory standards and accrediting agency requirements, including ICF-IID regulations and state health services standards

• Maintain compliance with all policies, procedures, and directives governing patient care

• Participate in required training and professional development programs

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid, active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience

• Ability to comply with state immunization requirements

• Successful completion of required drug screening

• Successful completion of required fingerprinting and background screening

• Completion of all required facility and state-mandated training

• Ability to work within a structured hospital environment serving individuals with complex needs

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in behavioral health, mental health, intellectual disability, or state hospital settings

• Strong medication administration and documentation skills

• Experience working within regulated healthcare environments

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Strong communication and critical thinking skills

Schedule & Commitment

• Full-time position (40 hours per week)

• Alternating shifts to meet staffing needs

• Every other weekend off

• Flexible start date (Monday-Friday start options available)

• Five (5) days allotted prior to start date to complete pre-employment requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 weeks of structured on-unit mentorship with a seasoned LVN

• Six (6) month minimum commitment required

Location & Work Type

On-site hospital setting.

Full-time, shift-based schedule.

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