Licensed Vocational Nurse

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 39,867 - 44,289; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!

Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling

Company paid life insurance

Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program featuring fitness memberships

Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates

Job summary

A healthcare organization in McKinney, Texas, is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide high-quality care in a correctional setting. The role involves assisting in patient assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to implement medical plans. Successful candidates will have a nursing qualification, relevant experience, and current licensure in the state. The position offers various benefits and promotes an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state employed.
• One (1) or more years clinic experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient assessment and treatment planning.
• Administer medications and implement medical plans.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety.
• Implement nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Document nursing encounters and communicate information.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

We're on a Path to Better Healthcare – Join Us

Compensation Information: $28.94 - $32.15 / hour

Department (Org): Nursing

You Matter

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports

• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster work‑life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

Why Us

We are deeply committed to making a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. We believe in compassion, collaboration, innovation, and live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”.

Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in our facilities month over month, and many receive direct clinical care, including lives saved by Narcan. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, with best‑in‑class clinical resources for training, education, and point‑of‑care support.

How you make a difference

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides assistance and collects data in the delivery of patient care in a correctional setting, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The LVN directs and guides patient teaching and activities in accordance with their education, demonstrated competencies, and the Nursing Practice Act (NPA). The LVN works closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure high‑quality care and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in patient assessment and treatment planning in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act and Correctional Health Services policies.
• Administer medications and implement medical plans as directed by the Health Care Practitioner, utilizing proper techniques and procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety through the implementation of established protocols and precautions.
• Implement nutrition and therapeutic diets and assist in medical procedures as necessary to meet patient needs.
• Document nursing encounters and communicate information to healthcare staff and supervisory personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Experience

• One (1) or more years clinic experience preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state employed.
• Current CPR certification

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.