Licensed Vocational Nurse

Position Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) looking for a fulfilling career where your skills and empathy truly make a difference? Join Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care, and be a part of a team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare.

We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities across West Texas with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Our Values-Based Culture guides us in everything we do, ensuring patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As an LVN, you will be an essential part of our healthcare team, delivering direct patient care, assisting with treatment plans, and ensuring the well-being of those you serve. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, performing health assessments, and contributing to a dynamic and purpose-driven workplace.

Major/Essential Functions

1. Direct Patient Care

• Deliver basic nursing care within scope of LVN practice, including vital signs, wound care, medication administration, lab draws/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 to appropriate clinical staff.
• Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely in accordance with protocols.
• Maintain medication records and ensure proper documentation.
• Observe and report therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
• Promote adherence to treatment plans through patient education.
• Coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team, including mental health, dental, and specialty services.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, supplies, and equipment efficiently to support cost-effective care delivery.

2. Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) and all other applicable systems (e.g., PTM) in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with correctional healthcare standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient health information.

3. Infection Control & Safety

• Follow infection prevention and control policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Adhere to safety and security procedures specific to the correctional environment.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies using established protocols.

4. Quality & Cost Stewardship

• Support organizational initiatives focused on quality improvement and cost-effective care.
• Utilize resources responsibly to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Participate in audits, training, and performance improvement activities.