Licensed Vocational Nurse - LTC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Apr 04, 2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse - LTC Lubbock 40702BR 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 and report patient data, including changes in condition, to support problem identification and the development of care goals and outcomes. Prepares and operates equipment and instruments necessary for patient examinations, treatments, and procedures. Assists with or performs examinations, assessments, and procedures, ensuring accurate documentation of interventions in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Maintain up-to-date and accurate patient records by documenting nursing care, transcribing orders, charting events, and clearing clinical reminders in the EMR. Support patient admissions and discharges, including incoming/outgoing transfers, assist RN with physical assessments, transcribing admission orders, and preparing medication and documentation upon discharge. Communicate with physicians and providers as needed, including reporting significant changes in patient condition and providing hand-off reports during transfers. Administers or assists in the administration and documentation of medications in accordance with established protocols. Performs additional duties as assigned to support overall patient care and team operations. About Managed Care: Since 1989, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE. This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC: ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas: Comprehensive Benefits Package Training Continuing Education Loan Forgiveness Program Retiree Insurance Paid Leave Leadership Program State Pension In addition to the base position compensation, we offer shift differential pay for night and weekend shifts: Licensed Vocational Nurse Differential: Day Shift Employees: Earn an extra $3.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday. Night Shift Employees: Earn an extra $3.00 per hour for shifts worked Monday through Friday. Earn an extra $6.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday and Sunday. Required Qualifications License/Certification: 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. 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. Current CPR certification. Experience: None required. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=888163 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. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-129d9648ac20f242b36b0db8d58b3d29