Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN - Per-diem - Behavioral Health; SUD

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Per-diem - Behavioral Health (SUD)

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our nursing team on a per-diem basis at our facility in Waelder, TX.

This is a flexible opportunity for a nurse who wants to bring clinical expertise to a small, close-knit team supporting people through substance use recovery and to be part of why quality SUD treatment exists in rural TX.

About the Company

Banyan Treatment Centers is a leading national provider of intensive treatment for individuals facing substance use and mental health disorders. Backed by TPG's Rise Fund, Banyan is rapidly expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care.

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

Waelder and the surrounding communities deserve the same quality of SUD care found in bigger cities. As an LVN here, you'll be part of making that possible — bringing skilled, compassionate treatment right to the community that needs it.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including ASAM forms
• Provide routine nursing care at various levels of care
• Identify treatment needs and integrate findings into collaborative, measurable treatment plans
• Complete nursing documentation in accordance with facility and state requirements
• Review medication logs and assist the medical department with a variety of tasks
• Administer medications as directed by the medical provider
• Facilitate medication education for patients
• Collaborate with patients, families, and referral sources on progress updates and post-discharge planning
• Apply clinical judgment in crisis situations, including risk assessments and de-escalation
• Build rapport and trust with patients through strong interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Active LVN license in Texas
• Nursing degree/diploma from an accredited school of nursing
• Strong assessment and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication abilities
• Ability to maintain objectivity and empathy in patient interactions
• Adherence to the Healthcare Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of state and federal confidentiality regulations

Perks of Per-Diem

• Flexible, as-needed scheduling that works around your life
• CEUs that count toward licensure renewal
• CPR training provided