Salary: $1757 / Week Duties of Agency Licensed Vocational Nurse Performs advanced vocational nursing work. Provides for the care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals residing at the State Supported Living Center who have complex medical, mental health and/or behavioral health issues. Performs basic and advanced routine and non-routine nursing tasks to promote the health of the individuals within the assigned areas and assigned shift. Collects specimens for lab work and performs health screenings. Instructs direct support professionals and other staff on how to provide service and care that support the individual’s medical needs. Performs technical nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations. Keeps informed of and follows all agency, SSLC and unit/home policies and procedures. Provides direction and assists with on-the-job training to others such as newly hired LVNs and direct care staff. Provides on-the-job nursing instruction and training for new LVNs, within their scope of practice, as requested by RN Supervisor. Monitors, oversees the work of, and assigns work to, LVNs as needed. Evaluates nursing intervention outcomes and provides input to other members of the healthcare team. Assists RNs with implementation of protocols, procedures and programs to improve overall health and safety of staff and individuals. Works under the limited supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Job Requirements for all candidates: + Must be licensed LVN and able to practice in Texas + Preferably 2+ years as a direct care LVN + Charge nurse or supervisory experience is preferred + Psychiatric Experience: Prior experience in mental health or behavioral health settings is highly valued, especially with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), Corrections experience as well! + Orientation Mon-Fri 8a-5p 4 weeks + must be willing to work 3 weekends/month + 26 week minimum assignment duration 1. Supportive Work Environment + The facility employs over 500 staff and fosters a collaborative, team-based culture . + On-site support includes physicians, psychiatrists, therapists, and direct support professionals. 2. Unique Campus Setting + Located on a 1,031-acre campus in Carlsbad, TX (just outside San Angelo), the center provides a peaceful, rural environment with space for outdoor activities and vocational programs. 3. Job Stability + As a state-run facility, the SSLC offers long-term job security and consistent demand for healthcare professionals. Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.