"Licensed Vocational Nurse-PRN"

Extended Job Title

Licensed Vocational Nurse-PRN

Position Description

This is a PRN (on-call) position. Scheduling will be based on department needs.
As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and vital member of our healthcare team, you will provide comprehensive patient care to patients at the Lubbock County Detention Center. Working under the guidance of a registered nurse, you will deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care while operating within your legal scope of practice and following organizational policies and procedures. This position is essential to supporting the health and well-being of patients in a secure environment.

Requisition ID

39732BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

$37.00

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.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

$29.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

This is a PRN position, which will require at least 2 shifts per month, with no more than 20 hours per week, with at least one shift being a weekend. Shifts are 12 hours (7:00 AM- 7:00PM or 7:00PM - 7:00 AM, based on need)

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

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

Department

UMC Lubbock County Jail

Job Type

Part Time

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.

Shift

Other

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.

Required Qualifications

Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer the license to Texas by start date, and 5 years of experience as a licensed vocational nurse.