Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo, TX, is seeking a licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide patient care within a correctional health setting. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, supporting a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and competent care for incarcerated patients.

Requirements include a Texas LVN license (transferable), current CPR, and graduation from an approved nursing program. New grads must pass the NCLEX-PN on the first attempt.

Qualifications

• Current Vocational Nurse License in Texas or ability to transfer
• CPR certification current
• Graduated from an approved nursing program
• New grads must pass NCLEX-PN on first attempt

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care within LVN scope of practice.
• Assist providers with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Administer medications per policies.
• Assess and triage patient needs; document findings.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and areas.
• Perform nursing rounds and support care.
• Complete other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN) license (TX)

CPR certification

NCLEX-PN (for new grads)

Job description

Position 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.

Position 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.

Major/Essential Functions

• Deliver high-quality nursing care within the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) scope of practice.
• Assist providers with patient examinations, treatments, and clinical procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with clinical policies and standards.
• Assess and triage patient needs, documenting and communicating findings appropriately.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to the healthcare team.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment, supplies, and treatment areas.
• Perform nursing rounds and support patient care across assigned areas.
• Complete other job-related duties as assigned.

Required 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in nursing
• Acute care (Med/Surg, ICU, ER) nursing experience
• Previous experience working in a correctional environment

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

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.