Correctional LVN: Essential Inmate Care & Rounds

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; 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 is seeking a Correctional LVN to provide patient care at the Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. The role reports to a registered nurse within a correctional health care team and emphasizes safe, competent care in a controlled setting.

Candidates must hold a Texas Vocational Nurse license, have CPR certification, and meet NCLEX-PN requirements. The position is full-time and hourly, with pay ranging from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Active Vocational Nurse license in Texas is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• New graduates must pass the NCLEX-PN on the first attempt.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in problem identification and goal setting.
• Prepares and operates equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Assists with exams and procedures within LVN scope of practice.
• Administers or assists with medications following policies and procedures.
• Assess and triage patient care requests according to policy and standards.
• Performs nursing rounds as needed in all required areas.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job.

Education

Vocational Nurse license (Texas)

CPR certification

NCLEX-PN first attempt

Nursing program graduate

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a Correctional LVN to provide patient care at the Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. The role reports to a registered nurse within a correctional health care team and emphasizes safe, competent care in a controlled setting.

Candidates must hold a Texas Vocational Nurse license, have CPR certification, and meet NCLEX-PN requirements. The position is full-time and hourly, with pay ranging from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour.