Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide a wide range of patient care within a correctional facility. The role operates under the supervision of a registered nurse to support safe, competent care in a unique healthcare team.

Required Texas LVN license or transfer, CPR, and graduation from an approved nursing program; new graduates must pass NCLEX-PN on first attempt. Scheduling to complete nursing program within 120 days will be considered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in TX.
• Current CPR certification.
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-PN on first attempt.
• Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility.
• Work under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a correctional health care team to provide safe, competent care.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Texas LVN license

Nursing program graduate

NCLEX-PN first attempt

Job description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Work is performed under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.

Qualifications

Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of vocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position . Current CPR certification. Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX- PN) on the first attempt. No experience required.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.