Travel LPN / LVN
Carlsbad, TX
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Description: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN III)
 

📍 Location: Carlsbad, Texas
💼 Job Type: Contract
📅 Contract Duration: Minimum 6 Months
🗓️ Anticipated Start Date: November 16, 2026
⏰ Shift: Evening Shift | 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📆 Work Schedule: 40 Hours per Week | 5 Days per Week
🔄 Schedule: Rotating Schedule, with every third weekend off
👥 Open Positions: 3
 

Position Overview

The San Angelo State Supported Living Center is seeking qualified and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN/LPN III) to provide nursing care and support to individuals at the facility. The ideal candidates will have strong clinical skills, effective communication abilities, and a commitment to maintaining patient safety and quality care.
 

Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and psychiatric conditions is preferred.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments through oral, rectal, internal, and injectable routes, as prescribed and in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Perform nursing procedures in compliance with facility policies and state regulations after competency has been demonstrated.
• Observe, document, and report relevant changes in individuals' health conditions.
• Communicate essential patient information to other members of the healthcare team, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system or paper documentation, as applicable.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and take appropriate actions to ensure individual safety.
• Follow established infection control procedures and facility safety protocols.
• Monitor individuals receiving treatments and undergoing medical procedures.
• Collect laboratory specimens and perform appropriate screening tests when requested and authorized, following documented competency requirements.
• Provide health education and support to individuals in accordance with their specific healthcare goals.
• Assist with turning and repositioning individuals as needed to facilitate treatment and nursing care.
• Ensure necessary medical supplies and equipment are available.
• Attend work regularly and comply with assigned schedules, including rotating shifts, extended shifts, or overtime when required and permitted under facility policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must hold an active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Texas or in a state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), where the license is valid for practice in Texas.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow nursing procedures, facility policies, and applicable state regulations.
• Ability to document patient care accurately and maintain appropriate medical records.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to patient safety, infection control, and quality nursing care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
• Experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and basic computer applications.

Contract & Scheduling Details

• Minimum contract duration: 6 months.
• Exceptions to the minimum contract duration may be considered for returning nurses.
• 40 hours per week, with no overtime scheduled.
• Evening shift: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, five days per week.
• Rotating schedule, with every third weekend off.
• Time-off requests will not be accommodated during the holiday season, including Christmas and New Year's.
• Standard contract rates apply.

Mandatory Compliance Requirements

Candidates must successfully complete all required compliance steps before their start date.

• Valid government-issued photo identification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification.
• Negative PPD test results dated within the last 12 months.
• Negative COVID-19 test result; testing will be provided by the facility.
• Successful completion of a urine drug screening; arranged and provided by the candidate.
• Successful completion of a standard background check; arranged and provided by the candidate.
• Successful completion of an FBI fingerprint-based background check; provided by the facility.