Correctional LVN: Inmate Care with RN Support

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

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.