PRN LVN - Abilene Community Health Center

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

TTUHSC in Texas seeks a part-time Registered Nurse for the Resource Nurse pool. You will provide patient care in outpatient settings under a licensed nurse or physician, performing evaluations and supporting a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team, using EMR systems, and delivering patient education. The role includes day shifts, potential Saturdays, and emphasis on compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized nursing program.
• 1–2 years of experience in a hospital, clinic or community setting preferred.
• Texas licensure as LVN or RN.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients, families and the interdisciplinary health care team to assess and report changes in patient conditions.
• Utilize EMR/EHR systems to communicate important patient data and support informed decision-making.
• Design and implement educational plans to empower patients and families.
• Assist with or perform exams and procedures, take vital signs and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintain inventory and ensure supplies are stocked and ready for use.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

EMR / EHR systems

Job description

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing awide variety of patient care activities in a specialty orsubspecialty outpatient clinic as assigned from the resource nursepool. This job to be used in Resource Nurse pool only. Incumbentsperform a variety of general and specialized nursing duties toprovide the patient with complete evaluations. Work is performedunder the direction of a licensed (RN/LVN) nurse or physician aspart of a total health care team in providing complete evaluationsto patients.

Major/Essential Functions

• Collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinaryhealth care team to assess, report, and identify changes in patientconditions.
• Utilize advanced electronic health record (EMR) systems tocommunicate important patient data, supporting informeddecision-making that enhances patient care.
• Design and implement educational plans to empower patients andfamilies with the knowledge to manage their health.
• Assist with or perform exams and procedures, take accuratevital signs, and ensure high-quality patient care through thepreparation, operation, and sterilization of medicalequipment.
• Maintain inventory and ensure all supplies are stocked andready for use.

Occasional Duties

• Complete required institutional and departmentaltrainings.
• Participate in emergency preparedness drills indepartment.
• Attend nursing staff meetings.
• Complete Annual Lab competencies.

Required Qualifications

Completion of a recognized program of nursing. One to two years ofexperience are preferred in a hospital, clinic or community basedsetting. Certification in the state of Texas as a LicensedVocational or Registered Nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR BLS Certified.
• Experience in providing services to patients with a diversepatient population through the life span (adults &children).
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR)documentation.
• Experience in providing services to patients with mentalillness.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference, Other Documents SupportingQualifications

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers 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 teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

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

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Grade Maximum

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/orskills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

PRN HRS MON - FRI 8am - 5pm & may wk some SAT 8-1

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Air Force Specialty Code

46AX, 46FX, 46NX, 46PX, 46SX

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

66B, 66C, 66E, 66G, 66H, 66N, 66S, 66T

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

290X

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.