Location: Polk Mental Health Clinic | Livingston, TX
Position Number: 1531
Compensation: RN – $33.00 per hour | LVN – $27.50 per hour
Work Schedule: PRN (As Needed) | Hours and days vary based on clinic needs, Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Travel Reimbursement: Provided when applicable

About the Role

Burke is looking for dependable, compassionate, and skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide nursing care on an as-needed basis at our Polk Mental Health Clinic in Livingston.

In this role, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing outpatient nursing services to adults and children experiencing mental health conditions. Under the clinical direction of a physician and the Director of Nursing or Registered Nurse, you'll assist with medication management, nursing assessments, patient education, and coordination of healthcare services.

We're looking for someone who communicates well, works effectively with others, and is comfortable providing care in a busy outpatient mental health setting.

What You'll Do

• Administer prescribed injections and perform Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) examinations.
• Complete nursing assessments, medication consents, and required clinical documentation.
• Respond to patient calls regarding medication questions or concerns.
• Enter and maintain accurate patient information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Coordinate psychiatric assessments using telehealth equipment and assist with healthcare needs involving other medical providers.
• Maintain medication inventory and provide patient education.
• Communicate and collaborate with treatment team members, medical providers, and community stakeholders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Texas license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Valid Texas driver's license with a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator.
• Ability to successfully complete required training, including Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, and First Aid.

Preferred

·At least one (1) year of experience as a licensed RN or LVN in a medical office or mental health setting.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to see, hear, communicate verbally, walk, bend or kneel, lift up to 50 pounds, and use hands and fingers for tasks such as writing and typing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.