Licensed Vocational Nurse

Gpac · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

*Confidential application process* Now Hiring: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Full-Time | Days, Evenings & Nights | Texas Our Long-Term Care client in Texas is actively seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join their dedicated healthcare team. This full-time opportunity offers flexible scheduling across day, evening, and overnight shifts and is ideal for an LVN passionate about providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and mission-driven environment. About the Role As an LVN, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care to residents while collaborating with a compassionate interdisciplinary team. Your dedication and clinical expertise will directly support the organization’s mission of enhancing lives through compassion, innovation, and excellence. Schedule Available Shifts: Days, Evenings, and Nights Status: Full-Time (32–40 hours/week) Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: Competitive hourly compensation based on experience Shift Differential: Additional pay available for evening and overnight shifts Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) Qualifications Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the State of Texas Previous experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or related clinical settings preferred Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient-care skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care This is a great opportunity for a nursing professional looking to grow into a key leadership role while making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and their families. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out for more information about this opportunity. For additional information on this opportunity, please contact Brianna Even directly at Resumes may be confidentially sent to All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $47.02/hr ($97,802/yr). The typical range is $38.29 – $50.95/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $69,368/yr

Houston Median $97,802/yr

Experienced (90th) $125,320/yr

vs. National Median +4.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.