Travel Contract

Travel LPN / LVN - Behavioral Health
Denton, TX
GQR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$1,600/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration26 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,600/week

Description

Job Title: Behavioral Health LVN/LPN • Days

Join our team as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the Behavioral Health department, committed to a 26•week contract, working full•time, five days a week.

Responsibilities:
• Deliver nursing care to individuals with behavioral issues and intellectual disabilities.
• Administer medication and float to different units as needed.
• Maintain effective communication with team and patients.

Requirements:
• Active Texas LPN/LVN Licensure and AHA BLS Certification.
• 2 years of LVN/LPN experience, with 1 year in a facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Experience with a larger med pass and COVID•19 vaccination.

Preferred Experience:
• Nursing home experience and work with medically fragile individuals.

Note: Agency nurses may be pulled to other units as needed. Patient ratios are kept low. Our location is in Denton, Texas, with on•site parking. EMR system used is Iris/Cerner. Scrub requirement is pending.

To apply, submit your resume, skills checklist, licensure, certifications, and COVID vaccination status.

GQR Job ID #220518. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Behavioral Health - LVN/LPN - Days

Employer

GQR Healthcare

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About

GQR’s Healthcare team specializes in connecting experts within the industry to highly skilled healthcare professionals across the US market. In the competitive healthcare market, we recognize that the industry’s common goals of improved quality of care and patient outcomes are wholly reliant upon the professionals directly supporting these initiatives. Leveraging our extensive candidate network, we deliver continuity of care for the communities our partners serve to ensure the patient experience is of the highest quality. Through deep market specialization and a unique approach to talent acquisition, GQR Healthcare provides an unparalleled and personalized experience across all medical specialties in nursing and within diverse healthcare platforms across the industry.

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About Denton, TX

As a travel nurse in Denton, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Denton, TX is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 95°F, while in winter, average lows are around 33°F.
Be prepared for hot summers and cool winters.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Denton, TX, with various apartment complexes and rental agencies catering to temporary stays.

Transportation

Denton is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options include bus services, making it convenient to get around the city.

Demographics

Denton has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Denton offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants, and it has a thriving arts and music community.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college games, and outdoor activities are abundant with parks and nature trails.

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