Correctional LVN: Patient Care & Team Collaboration

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The LVN at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a correctional facility. This role supports diverse patients and emphasizes safety and documentation.

Required skills include strong communication, data collection, and computer literacy; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Texas LVN license and CPR are required, with at least one year of LVN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Interviewing and data collection techniques.
• Competent in LVN scope of practice.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English to follow instructions.
• Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care activities under supervision of a Registered Nurse in a correctional facility.
• Supports patients of varying ages with required nursing tasks.
• Maintains accurate documentation as part of care delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Interviewing skills

Data collection

LVN competencies

Bilingual preferred

English literacy

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of vocational nursing program

Job description

The LVN at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a correctional facility. This role supports diverse patients and emphasizes safety and documentation.

Required skills include strong communication, data collection, and computer literacy; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Texas LVN license and CPR are required, with at least one year of LVN experience preferred.