Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Belton, TX seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join a correctional care team at the Bell County Jail. You will work under a registered nurse, performing essential patient care, medication administration, exams support, and rounds to ensure safe, competent care.

Requirements include Texas LVN licensure (or transfer), CPR, and graduation from an approved nursing program. New grads must pass the NCLEX-PN on first attempt.

Qualifications

• Licensed vocational nurse in Texas or able to transfer license to Texas.
• CPR certification required; must pass NCLEX-PN on first attempt if a new graduate.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Report data and identify patient status changes to guide goals and outcomes.
• Prepare and operate equipment and instruments for exams and procedures.
• Assist with exams and procedures within LVN scope of practice.
• Administer or assist with medications following policies and procedures.
• Assess and triage patient care requests according to policy.
• Perform nursing rounds as needed and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vocational Nurse License

CPR Certification

NCLEX PN (first attempt)

Education

Nursing program graduate

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities at the Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. They work within their legal scope of practice and in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures. 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

• Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals and outcomes.
• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Assists with or performs exams and procedures: Assistance in exams and procedures is conducted within the LVN scope of practice.
• Administer or assist with the administration of medications to patients: Ensures patient medications are administered following clinical and compliance policies and procedures.
• Assess and triage patient care requests: Receives, documents, assesses, and responds to patient care requests according to policy and standards.
• Performs nursing rounds as needed in all required areas.
• Other duties as assigned: Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in the job classification and/or position description.

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

• Experience with electronic health records
• Previously worked in a dynamic health facility under the direction of supervising nurses.
• Experience in a correctional setting.

Required Attachments

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.

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.