Sr Correctional LVN
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX
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Location: Lubbock, TX
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Categories: Public Health
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Job Type: Full Time
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Posted: May 29, 2026
Job Description:
Sr Correctional LVN
Description
Sr Correctional LVN Abilene
44883BR
Position DescriptionEmployees in this classification are experienced LVNs responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility. Work performed under the direction of a regional director of nursing, staff nurse and/or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Works under the direct supervision of regional director of nursing, staff nurse staff nurse or physician. May instruct coworkers and supervise them in the performance of special procedures. Work performed as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.
Major/Essential Functions- Provide clinical oversight and gudiance to LVNs and other non-licensed clinical support staff as appropriate for LVN scope of practice.
- 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 polociy.
- 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 propre documentation.
- Observe and report therapeutic effects and adverse reatctions.
- 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.
Competitive Pay - Earn a strong salary plus shift differential:
- Night Differential: +$3/hr on weekday nights
- Weekend Differential: +$3/hr on weekend days
- Weekend Night Differential: +$6/hr on weekend nights
Required QualificationsCompletion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocational nursing. Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital, clinic or community-based environment.
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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.
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