Travel LPN / LVN - Behavioral Health - $40 per hour in Carlsbad, TX

Licensed Practical / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) | Behavioral Health Location: Carlsbad, TX Agency: Adelphi Healthcare Pay: $40 per hour Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 6 Months Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Adelphi Healthcare to find a qualified Behavioral Health LPN / LVN in Carlsbad, Texas, 76934!

Adelphi is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to perform advanced vocational nursing work at a facility in Tom Green County, Texas.  The ideal LPN will provide care and treatment to individuals with complex medical and behavioral health needs.

Job Quick Facts
• Ref#: BD-673-61
• Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse
• Location: Tom Green County, Texas
• Facility Type: Residential Facility
• Job Type: Contract
• Contract Length: Minimum 6 months
• Shift/Schedule: Rotating Schedule
           - 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM , 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Combination of 12-hour shifts with one 4-hour shift)
           - 5 days per week of 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM shifts
• Work Hours: 40 hours per week​
• Start Date: 05/12/2026
• Rate: $40/hr

Requirements
• Completion of an approved LPN/LVN program
• Must be a licensed LPN able to practice in Texas or a Nurse Licensure Compact state
• Preferably 1+ years of experience in behavioral health or residential care settings
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated computer and EHR documentation skills preferred

Responsibilities
• Perform advanced vocational nursing work.
• Provide for the care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals at the facility.
• Perform routine and advanced nursing tasks during assigned shifts.
• Administer medications and treatments orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.
• Collect specimens for laboratory work and perform health screenings.
• Monitor individuals for treatments and procedures.
• Provide education to individuals with specific health goals.
• Perform technical nursing procedures according to facility and state regulations.
• Instruct staff on providing care that supports medical needs.
• Assist staff with turning or repositioning individuals when administering treatments.
• Ensure that medical and treatment supplies are available.
• Maintain individuals’ medical records in the EHR or paper charts.
• Document and report pertinent observations and communicate information to the care team.
• Respond to emergencies and follow safety and infection control procedures.
• Work under limited RN supervision, using independent judgment.
• Maintain regular attendance and work assigned or rotating shifts as required.

About Adelphi Healthcare

Adelphi Healthcare, a division of Adelphi Staffing, is a healthcare staffing and recruitment firm that connects hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations across the United States with highly qualified professionals. The company provides flexible workforce solutions, including travel nursing, allied health staffing, per diem coverage, and permanent placements. Adelphi Healthcare focuses on delivering tailored staffing strategies that meet the evolving needs of both healthcare providers and clinicians, ensuring quality care and operational efficiency.

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