Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) 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 Communicates patient data using Electronic Health Record (EHR) to support decision-making to improve patient care. Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures. Performs assessments and assist with exams and procedures and documents intervention in EHR. Assist with care of patients exhibiting symptoms of potential emergent/urgent conditions to facilitate improved patient outcomes. Assist with coordinating the Primary Care Clinic daily schedule. Will assist providers in the clinic setting. Administer or assist with administration of medications as needed. Will assist with chain in medication orders and med renewals. Triage Sick Call Requests. Shift Differential Pay 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. Occasional Duties Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Required Qualifications 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. No experience required. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Benefits Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace Job Details Work Location: Lubbock Department: Montford Trusty Camp Job Type: Full Time Pay Grade Minimum: $25.20 hourly Pay Grade Maximum: $35.00 hourly Pay Basis: Hourly Requisition ID: 44499BR 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. Pay Differential: Additional compensation may be earned based on shift differential schedules. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.