<p>A 6-month travel contract is open for a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) specializing in Behavioral Health at a State Supported Living Center in Carlsbad, TX. This is a straightforward, well-compensated contract at $41/hour with a full travel benefit package — an accessible assignment for LVNs seeking meaningful behavioral health experience in a structured state facility environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate: $41.00 per hour</li> <li>6-month contract with weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team support</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Specialty: Behavioral Health nursing within a State Supported Living Center</li> <li>Facility type: State Supported Living Center — a structured, residential care environment serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities alongside behavioral health needs</li> <li>8-hour shifts</li> <li>6-month contract length with an immediate start available</li> <li>State-regulated environment with defined care protocols and compliance standards</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Texas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Texas LVN license or compact state license with Texas practice eligibility required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of LVN experience required</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Must be able to pass a criminal record check as required by Texas state law for this facility type</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Carlsbad is a small, quiet community in Tom Green County in west-central Texas, situated near San Angelo — a regional hub offering dining, shopping, healthcare services, and San Angelo State University. The area is known for its wide-open Hill Country-adjacent landscape, mild winters, and low cost of living, making it an appealing base for travel clinicians who prefer a slower pace and affordable housing during their assignment. San Angelo Regional Airport provides convenient access for travelers commuting home between rotations.</p>