MC Resource Nurse LVN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 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

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Texas to provide direct patient care within a correctional setting. You will administer medications, perform patient assessments, monitor health status, and implement established care plans under nurse supervision.

The role requires a Texas LVN license and at least 5 years of LVN experience, with collaboration across physicians, APRNs, and correctional staff to ensure safe, compliant care.

Qualifications

• Current Vocational Nurse License in Texas.
• Minimum 5 years of licensed vocational nurse experience.
• Experience in a correctional healthcare setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care including medications, assessments, and care plans.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes promptly.
• Support procedures by preparing patients and treatment areas.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Collaborate with physicians and correctional staff to ensure safe care.
• Follow regulatory and infection prevention guidelines and med storage rules.
• Assist with triage and emergency nursing during urgent situations.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (Texas)

Job description

Position Description

Employees in this classification travel as required providing a wide variety of patient care activities in a correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and by the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Work is performed under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.

Employees in this classification travel as required providing a wide variety of patient care activities in a correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and by the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Work is performed under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.

Major/Essential Functions

• Deliver Quality Patient Care: Provide direct nursing care by administering medications, performing patient assessments, monitoring health status, and implementing established care plans.
• Monitor Patient Conditions: Observe, recognize, and promptly report changes in patient conditions to support timely interventions and the development of appropriate patient care goals.
• Support Medical Procedures: Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for examinations, procedures, and other clinical interventions while ensuring equipment is properly maintained and ready for use.
• Maintain Accurate Documentation: Document patient assessments, nursing interventions, medication administration, and other clinical activities accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Collaborate with the Healthcare Team: Partner with physicians, registered nurses, advanced practice providers, and correctional staff to deliver coordinated, safe, and effective patient care in a secure correctional setting.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to organizational policies, nursing standards, infection prevention practices, medication management requirements, and all applicable healthcare regulations, including medication storage and direct observation protocols.
• Respond to Medical Emergencies: Assist with patient triage and provide prompt nursing care during urgent and emergent situations while supporting emergency response efforts within the facility.

Required Qualifications

Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer the license to Texas by start date, and 5 years of experience as a licensed vocational nurse.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the‑art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.