Licensed Vocational Nurse

Purposelink Recruitment; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Purposelink Recruitment seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for a contract role in a Department of Corrections setting in Texas. The LVN will deliver high-quality patient care, focusing on stabilization of chronic conditions and continuity of care within a secure facility.

Requirements include an active TX LVN license, current AHA BLS, and IV Therapy Certification (or willingness to obtain). Candidates should have 1+ year experience in LTAC or Med-Surg nursing.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in LTAC or Med-Surg.
• Licensed LVN – TX license with active status.
• AHA BLS current certification; IV Therapy certification required or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care in a Department of Corrections setting.
• Stabilize chronic conditions and support continuity of care.
• Maintain patient safety and documentation in a correctional facility.

Skills

LTAC experience

Med-Surg experience

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – TX license

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

IV Therapy Certification

Job description

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Department of Corrections

Overview

We are seeking skilled and dependable Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to provide high‑quality patient care within a Department of Corrections setting. This contract role offers consistent scheduling, a supportive clinical environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a vulnerable population.

Required Skills & Experience

Candidates must have 1+ year of experience in ANY of the following areas:

• Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC)
• Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg)

Required Licenses & Certifications

All candidates must hold ALL of the following:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Active license/permit in the State of Texas
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) – Current certification
• IV Therapy Certification
  • If you are not currently certified, you must be willing to obtain this certification.

Role Importance

As an LVN in a correctional facility, you will play a critical role in supporting patient health, stabilizing chronic conditions, and ensuring continuity of care for individuals who rely heavily on skilled nursing support.