Licensed Vocational Nurse III

Texas Health and Human Services; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 53,132 - 71,881; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Generous Time Off

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission in Lubbock seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse III to provide advanced nursing care across multiple homes at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center. The role includes administration of medications, rounds, and complex nursing procedures, with duties in charting and EHR documentation.

Eligible for evening, night, and weekend premiums, with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an LVN program.
• Must be licensed to practice as an LVN in Texas or a state with reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications, performs rounds, and conducts complex nursing procedures.
• Collects lab specimens, monitors vital signs, and documents in the electronic health record.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and trains new LVN staff.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in quality assurance initiatives.

Skills

Nursing standards

Emergency procedures

CPR readiness

State/Federal regulations

Computer proficiency

Patient care

Coordination of nursing activities

Regulatory communications

Care for complex patients

Record keeping

Clear communication

CPR certification

Education

LVN program graduation

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse III
Functional Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse III
Agency: Health & Human Services Commission
Department: Unit 1 – Nursing
Posting Number: 18999
Closing Date: 10/12/2026
Shift(s): Evenings; Days (First); Evenings (Second)
Telework: Not Eligible
Travel: Up to 5%
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary: $4,866.58 – $6,335.66 per month
Location: Lubbock State Supported Living Center, 3401 N University Ave, Lubbock, TX

Benefits

Full‑time eligible employees receive 100% paid employee health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and opportunities for career advancement. For details, view the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Job Summary

Position available for Morning, Evening, and Night shifts across multiple homes. Eligible for additional pay on evenings, nights, and/or weekends. Provides advanced vocational nursing care for individuals with complex medical, mental health, and behavioral health needs at Lubbock State Supported Living Center.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, a rotating schedule, extended shift, and/or overtime. May serve in an on‑call status on a rotating schedule as required. Administers medications, performs rounds, provides complex nursing procedures (e.g., tracheostomy, gastrostomy, wound care), collects lab specimens, monitors vital signs, documents in electronic health record, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team. Trains new LVN staff, participates in quality assurance initiatives, responds to emergencies, and performs additional duties such as infection control assistance and disaster response support.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of nursing care standards, procedures, and patient care principles.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, CPR, and ability to assess and care in emergencies.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws related to State Supported Living Center (ICF‑IID) rules.
• Skills in problem identification and resolution.
• Computer proficiency.
• Patient care skills.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, evaluate nursing activities, interpret policies and regulations, recognize patterns of medical necessity, plan, assign, and oversee work of others.
• Ability to interpret regulations and communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide care to individuals with complex medical, mental health, and behavioral health issues.
• Ability to maintain records and use electronic health record systems.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Current CPR certification and physical capability for CPR.

Registrations, Licensure, or Certifications

Licensed to practice as a licensed vocational nurse in Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Graduation from an LVN program.
• At least 6 months prior employment experience as an LVN (12 months preferred).
• Experience working or volunteering with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities (preferred).
• Experience training or teaching others (preferred).
• Experience using an electronic health record system (preferred).

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males 18–25 must register with Selective Service. All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing. Flexibility in work hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

ADA Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are provided during hiring for qualified individuals with disabilities. Contact HHS Employee Service Center (1‑888‑894‑4747) if assistance is needed.

Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility

Applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background checks. HHSC uses E‑Verify; applicants must provide I‑9 documentation on the first day of work.

Telework Disclaimer

This position may not be eligible for telework. Telework policies apply as per agency discretion.