Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Dec 19, 2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Lubbock 38990BR 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 health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients. Major/Essential Functions Assist with or perform exams and procedures within the LVN scope of practice. Administer or assist with the administration of medications to patients; ensure patient medications are administered following clinical and compliance policies and procedures. Appropriately document care provided and patients' response to care in an appropriate and timely manner in patients' charts. Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures Perform nursing rounds as needed in all required areas; nursing rounds will be performed per department standards. Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in the job classification and/or position description. 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. 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. Experience: None required. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=875212 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. 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-14a6089305c9fd4092964ee20334e0db