Nexus Health Systems Ltd
Location
Houston, Texas
The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients with autism and developmental disabilities, including administering medications and supporting behavioral interventions under RN supervision. Responsibilities also involve participating in therapeutic programming, accurately documenting patient status in the EHR, and responding to crises using approved de-escalation techniques.
Candidates must possess a current Texas LVN license and CPR/BLS Certification, with De-escalation Training required within 30 days of hire. Experience in pediatric behavioral health, autism care, or IDD settings is preferred, and applicants must be able to commit to 12-hour shifts covering days, nights, or weekends.
Licensed vocational nurse (Lvn)
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston Schedule: 12-hour shifts | Days or Nights
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston provides structured inpatient care for children ages 4 to 18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Located in Houston’s Westchase District, our bright, home-like environment offers a safe and supportive setting where children can grow, stabilize, and build the skills needed for success.
Our program focuses on behavioral stability, communication development, and daily living skills. Our interdisciplinary team works closely with patients and families to reduce aggressive behaviors, improve social functioning, and help each child successfully reintegrate into their community — because at Nexus, we’re mending minds.
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The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides compassionate, hands-on care to children and adolescents with autism and developmental disabilities. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and reporting to the Director of Nursing (DON), the LVN assists with medication administration, supports behavioral interventions, and helps maintain the structured environment essential for patient safety and progress.
This role requires patience, consistency, and the ability to work with patients who may have behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges.
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Our core values: GOPTIC
At Nexus, GOPTIC is more than a slogan—it’s the foundation of how we care for children and families.
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1. Have you worked with children or adolescents who have developmental disabilities? 2. Can you commit to 12-hour shifts? 3. Are you flexible to work every other weekend? 4. Are you passionate about helping children build communication, social, and life skills? 5. Do you live the GOPTIC values every day?
If your answer is YES, we invite you to apply today and join the the Houston team within the Nexus network of care — where we’re mending minds and empowering growth every day!