Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide patient care in an assigned correctional facility under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role involves delivering safe, competent care within the scope of practice and in accordance with organizational policies.

Qualifications include a Texas LVN license or transfer, current CPR, and completion of an approved nursing program.

Qualifications

• Current Vocational Nurse license in Texas, or ability to transfer, or scheduled to complete a program within 120 days.
• Current CPR certification.
• Graduated from an approved, accredited nursing program.
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-PN on the first attempt.
• No experience required.

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.
• Provide safe, competent care to patients within legal scope of practice.

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.