The Psychiatric LVN supports our providers and patients by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an outpatient setting. This includes administering medications, assisting with psychiatric and medical assessments, and supporting specialized treatments such as Ketamine and Spravato® (esketamine) therapy. The LVN ensures patient safety, clinical accuracy, and compliance with all regulatory and documentation standards.
About Kotel ATX PLLC
We provide cutting-edge, evidence-based mental health treatments to start you on the path to healing. Mental wellness is not one-size-fits-all. Care needs to be tailored to your needs. Whether you’re new to treatment or frustrated by past efforts, we offer ketamine treatments tailored to meet you at every stage of your journey.
Description
Administer prescribed psychiatric medications and document per protocol in the EHR.
· Assist with Ketamine and Spravato® treatments, including preparation, patient monitoring, and post-treatment assessments in compliance with REMS requirements.
· Monitor patients during and after treatments to ensure safety and effective response; promptly report any adverse reactions or changes in condition to the supervising provider.
· Perform and record vital signs, patient histories, and behavioral observations.
· Support providers during psychiatric evaluations, medication management visits, and treatment sessions.
· Educate patients and families about medications, side effects, treatment protocols, and ongoing care plans.
· Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient documentation per HIPAA and Heading Health policies.
· Coordinate care with psychiatrists, therapists, and medical support staff to ensure continuity and quality of care.
· Participate in clinic quality assurance, safety checks, and compliance audits.
· Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and trauma-informed treatment environment.
Qualifications
· Education: Graduate of an accredited LVN program.
· Licensure: Current and active LVN license in the state of Texas.
· Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, or medical clinic setting required. Experience with Ketamine, and Spravato® therapy preferred.
· Certifications: Current CPR/BLS certification.
· Skills & Attributes: Strong clinical judgment and observation skills; compassionate, patient-centered approach; ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment; familiarity with psychiatric medications, controlled substances, and REMS protocol compliance.
Salary
$32 - $37 per hour
