LVN: Direct Patient Care in Secure Facility | Shift Pay

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

TTUHSC is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care within a correctional health setting in Texas. You will administer medications, conduct health assessments, and support treatment plans as part of a managed care team under RN supervision.

Requirements include Texas LVN license or transfer, CPR certification, and graduation from an accredited program; NCLEX-PN must be passed if recent graduate. TTUHSC offers health plans, PTO, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Texas LVN license or ability to transfer license to Texas
• Current CPR certification
• Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program
• New graduates must pass NCLEX-PN on first attempt

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform health assessments
• Monitor patients and ensure adherence to care plans
• Prepare and assist with medical procedures
• Record patient assessments and interventions in the EHR
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and correctional staff
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Assist in medical emergencies and triage when needed

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse license in TX

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

TTUHSC is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care within a correctional health setting in Texas. You will administer medications, conduct health assessments, and support treatment plans as part of a managed care team under RN supervision.

Requirements include Texas LVN license or transfer, CPR certification, and graduation from an accredited program; NCLEX-PN must be passed if recent graduate. TTUHSC offers health plans, PTO, retirement plans, and wellness programs.