Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Texas is a 20-bed, acute geriatric psych facility located in Plainview, Texas. We are looking for an experienced Full-Time License Vocational Nurse. (LVN/LPN) Previous psychiatric experience in an acute setting is a must. Strong preference given to previous geriatric psych experience. Teamwork, team development and team training are all key qualities for this position.

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  Knowledge and skill in current Mental Health nursing practice. Demonstrates proficiency in the mental status assessment, knowledge and understanding of various diagnosis and treatment, behavioral approaches and proper use of psychiatric tools and techniques.

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  MUST be fully vaccinated for COVID19 upon employment with Freedom Behavioral Hospital Plainview.

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  Knowledge of the concept of team nursing and constructive leadership.

• Ability to make meaningful observations, evaluations and reports.

• Ability to accept and constructively utilize supervision.

• Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of people and to maintain constructive relationships in dealing with them.

• Ability to provide skilled nursing care based on specific principles, basic behavioral concepts and intelligent professional judgment.

• Ability to recognize when there is a need for a judgment and flexibility in nursing care functions so as to maintain quality nursing care in all types of situations.

Ask us about our shift differential.

Education/Experience Needed:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Possession of a current Texas license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

• BLS required (ACLS preferred but not required) We are looking for the individuals with a strong work ethic and dedication to clinical care for the elderly so if this is you, give us a call or better yet, come on in and lets discuss how you can become a part of our team.

Freedom Behavioral is actively responding to the COVID crisis through temperature checks, PPE, masks required at all times, social distancing of staff and patients, and screening protocols. We offer remote interviewing for candidates. We care about the safety of our patients and staff!