LVN - Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Starting at $22

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) plays a key role in delivering compassionate, high-quality nursing care within a community health center setting. This position supports the care team by providing direct patient care, administering immunizations and medications, offering health education, and assisting in clinical and laboratory functions. The LVN ensures patients of all ages receive safe, timely, and effective care in alignment with TAN Healthcares mission of accessible, patient-centered health services.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Deliver quality behavioral health care in accordance with nursing standards and TAN Healthcare protocols.
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventive health practices.
• Assist provider with scribing when needed.
• Triage patients and report concern promptly to the Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatrist.
• Coordinate referrals, medications, and follow-up care as directed.
• Administer immunizations, injections, wound care, and EKGs as ordered.
• Assist with staff clinical competency checkoffs and training under the direction of the Director of Medical Services.
• Perform laboratory functions (following skill validation) and point-of-care testing per provider orders or standing orders.
• Accurately administer medications, following the five (5) rights of medication administration, and document per policy.
• Order and maintain medical supplies, PPE, and medication inventory; complete monthly reports and ensure safe storage.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, universal precautions, and health center safety policies.
• Participate in continuing education, training, and professional development to remain current in best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Minimum Education, Qualifications and Experience

Work Environment & Physical Requirements