Travel LPN / LVN - Behavioral Health
Wichita Falls, TX
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights
Referral Bonus

Wichita Falls State Hospital – Wichita Falls, TX

Position Details:

• Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Openings: 2
• Department: Medical Services – Wichita Falls State Hospital
• Location: 6515 Kemp Blvd., Wichita Falls, TX 76308
• Contract Length: 6 Months
• Schedule: Sunday–Saturday; shifts may alternate based on unit staffing needs

Available Shifts:

Candidates must be available for shifts based on unit needs:

• 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Important: Candidates must be available to start on the 1st of the month. New Employee Orientation (NEO/NNO) is required Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM during the first month.

Position Overview:

The LVN will provide advanced vocational nursing care to individuals at Wichita Falls State Hospital who may have intellectual disabilities, complex medical conditions, mental health needs, and/or behavioral health issues, under the guidance of the Facility Medical Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care and services to individuals residing at the facility.
• Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments as ordered.
• Monitor individuals for unusual symptoms, reactions, and changes in condition.
• Monitor vital signs, weight, diet, and feedings.
• Identify signs and symptoms of illness and use appropriate nursing judgment to provide care.
• Initiate acute care plans when clinically appropriate.
• Provide nursing care according to the Nursing Process and Texas Board of Nursing requirements.
• Complete electronic data entry, medical records, reports, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow facility policies, Standard Operating Procedures, HHSC requirements, and applicable Joint Commission standards.
• Maintain compliance with all facility and HHSC rules, policies, and directives.

Requirements:

• Current LVN license and registration to practice in Texas or a license from a state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Minimum 2 years of LVN experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must not be excluded from providing services to Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Must successfully complete drug screening and criminal history checks, including fingerprint and registry clearances.
• Must meet HHSC immunization requirements.
• Must complete all required facility and HHSC training, including facility CPR.
• Must meet all additional requirements established by the facility.

Compliance & Start Date:

The contract start date will begin only after all required compliance, onboarding, and clearance requirements have been successfully completed.

The selected candidate will be contacted by the WFSH Agency Hiring Coordinator regarding onboarding dates and next steps.