"Correctional LVN"

Extended Job Title

Correctional LVN

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and in accordance with 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

• Collect, monitor, and accurately report patient data to detect changes in condition, aiding in the identification of health concerns and the development of individualized care plans.
• Prepare and skillfully operate medical equipment and instruments necessary for examinations, treatments, and clinical procedures.
• Assist with or independently perform patient exams and procedures to provide timely and thorough care.
• Administer medications or support medication administration following established safety protocols.
• Evaluate and triage patient care requests promptly to ensure proper prioritization and coordination of treatment.
• Conduct nursing rounds across assigned areas to monitor patient status and respond to healthcare needs efficiently.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall patient care and facility operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electronic health records.
• Experience operating in a dynamic health facility under the direction of supervising nurses.

Required Qualifications

Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of vocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position. Current CPR certification. Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) on the first attempt. No experience required.

Department

UMC Lubbock County Jail

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Shifts are 12 hours (7:00 AM- 7:00PM)

Shift

Day

Work Location

Lubbock

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade

Minimum: 30, Maximum: 38

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 be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.