Sr Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Abilene, TX, seeks an experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join its correctional health care team. You will perform a wide range of patient care activities under supervision, ensuring safe, competent care in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork with nursing leadership, clinical oversight of LVNs, and adherence to policies. Minimum two years LVN experience and a Texas LVN license are required; competitive pay, day shifts,

Qualifications

• Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocational nursing.
• Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or temporary permit to practice pending full licensure.
• At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital, clinic or community-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight to LVNs and other staff within LVN scope.
• Deliver basic nursing care including vital signs, wound care, medication administration, and lab draws.
• Process patient sick call requests according to policy.
• Assist in sick call, chronic care clinics, intake screenings, and other clinic visits.
• Coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team, including mental health and specialty services.

Skills

LVN experience

Texas LVN license

Education

Board of Nursing accredited LVN program

Job description

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so 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 we changethe 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. TTUHSC graduates 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.

About Managed Care

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has been providing clinical andoperational support to correctional facilities throughout WestTexas and other regional areas. We serve approximately 30,000patients utilizing a broad range of comprehensive medical andhealth services. TTUHSC Managed Care strives to positively impactthe lives of our patients, to include many who had no previousaccess to quality health care.

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 experienced LVNs responsiblefor performing a wide variety of patient care activities in anassigned correctional facility. Work performed under the directionof a regional director of nursing, staff nurse and/or physician aspart of a total health care team in providing complete evaluationsto patients. Works under the direct supervision of regionaldirector of nursing, staff nurse staff nurse or physician. Mayinstruct coworkers and supervise them in the performance of specialprocedures. Work performed as part of a total correctional managedhealth care team in providing safe and competent care topatients.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide clinical oversight and gudiance to LVNs and othernon-licensed clinical support staff as appropriate for LVN scope ofpractice.
• Deliver basic nursing care within scope of LVN practice,including vital signs, wound care, medication administration, labdraws/phlebotomy, and other treatments.
• Process patient sick call requests according to polociy.
• Assist in sick call, chronic care clinics, intake screenings,and other clinic visits.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to LVNs and othernon-licensed clinical support staff as appropriate for LVN scope ofpractice.
• Deliver basic nursing care within scope of LVN practice,including vital signs, wound care, medication administration, labdraws/phlebotomy, and other treatments.
• Process patient sick call requests according to policy.
• Assist in sick call, chronic care clinics, intake screenings,and other clinic visits.
• Monitor patient health status and report changes promptly toappropriate clinical staff.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely inaccordance with protocols.
• Maintain medication records and ensure propredocumentation.
• Observe and report therapeutic effects and adversereactions.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans through patienteducation.
• Coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team, includingmental health, dental, and specialty services.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, supplies, and equipmentefficiently to support cost-effective care delivery.
• Monitor patient health status and report changes promptly toappropriate clinical staff.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely inaccordance with protocols.
• Maintain medication records and ensure propredocumentation.
• Observe and report therapeutic effects and adversereatctions.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans through patienteducation.
• Coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team, includingmental health, dental, and specialty services.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, supplies, and equipmentefficiently to support cost-effective care delivery.

Competitive Pay – Earn a strong salary plus shift differential:

• Night Differential: +$3/hr on weekday nights
• Weekend Differential: +$3/hr on weekend days
• Weekend Night Differential: +$6/hr on weekend nights

Required Qualifications

Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocationalnursing. Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texasor the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursingto practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the stateof Texas. At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital,clinic or community-based environment.

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 – Individualhealth insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave andmore
• 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

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$27.00

Pay Grade Maximum

$33.00

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

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 .