LVN Nurse: Direct Patient Care in Corrections

UTMB Health; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care for an assigned group of patients within a correctional setting. The role covers assessment, planning, and execution of nursing duties under supervision, with emphasis on safety and privacy.

The LVN must graduate from an LVN program, hold a Texas license, and maintain current BLS-HP certification. Prior experience is not required, and recent graduates may be considered for temporary permits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an LVN program and a current Texas LVN license.
• No prior experience required; recent grads with temporary permits considered.
• Current BLS-HP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Follows the nursing plan of care, assessing and updating as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Documents nursing care and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Observes changes in patient status and communicates with the care team.

Skills

Direct nursing care

Assessment & planning

Documentation

Medication administration

Education

High school or equivalent

LVN program graduate

Texas LVN license

Current BLS-HP

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care for an assigned group of patients within a correctional setting. The role covers assessment, planning, and execution of nursing duties under supervision, with emphasis on safety and privacy.

The LVN must graduate from an LVN program, hold a Texas license, and maintain current BLS-HP certification. Prior experience is not required, and recent graduates may be considered for temporary permits.