Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Epidemiology

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, TX seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct patient care in UTMB’s hospital and ambulatory settings. This LVN role supports HIV program activities and care coordination under supervision.

Under the direction of the Program Manager and licensed healthcare providers, the LVN will assist with assessments, care plan implementation, treatment adherence education, and referrals, contributing to positive patient outcomes and

Qualifications

• TX LVN license/permit required; no experience needed.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Graduation from LVN program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients within the LVN scope and ensure safe, patient-centered care.
• Assist with client assessments, care plan implementation, treatment adherence education, and monitoring to support HIV care engagement.
• Coordinate referrals to medical, behavioral health, and supportive services; collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to address barriers to care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support quality improvement activities in line with Ryan White Program standards.
• Engage in outreach and retention activities to improve access to care and health outcomes for program participants.

Skills

BLS Certification

Direct patient care

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in Texas

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program and licensure/permit as a vocational nurse in the state of Texas.
• No experience required.
• Current BLS required.

Job Description

To provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and perform nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities. Under the direction of the Program Manager and licensed healthcare providers, The Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct nursing services and care coordination to individuals enrolled in the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. The position supports client engagement in care, treatment adherence, health education, care plan implementation, referral coordination, and compliance with Ryan White Program standards. Vocational Nurse functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary care team to improve client outcomes, reduce barriers to care, and promote retention in HIV medical care.

Job Duties

• Provides direct nursing care and clinical support to patients within the scope of vocational nursing practice, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care
• Assists with client assessments, care plan implementation, treatment adherence education, and ongoing monitoring to support engagement in HIV medical care and positive health outcomes.
• Coordinates and facilitates referrals to medical, behavioral health, and supportive services; collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to address barriers to care and promote continuity of services.
• Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation, supports quality improvement activities, and ensures compliance with Ryan White Program standards, UTMB policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Participants in client outreach, retention-in-care-efforts, eligibility support activities, and other program initiatives designed to improve access to care and client outcomes.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Equipment

Standard patient care supplies, equipment, and mechanical devices.

Working Environment

Standard hospital and ambulatory setting

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0150 - Rebecca Sealy Hosp

Job

Nursing & Care ManagementRegular

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Sep 2, 2026, 3:07:20 PM