Licensed Vocational Nurse

Extended Job Title Licensed Vocational Nurse Position Description Employees in this classification are responsible for performing awide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctionalfacility. They function within their legal scope of practice and inaccordance with the policies and procedures of the organization andpractice setting. Work is performed under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a total correctional managed healthcare team in providing safe and competent care to patients. Requisition ID

43238BR

Travel Required Up to 25% Pay Grade Maximum $33.00 Major/Essential Functions Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patientresponses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals/ outcomes. Administer or assist with the administration and documentationof medications. Assists with or performs exams and procedures and documentsintervention in Electronic Medical Records (EMR). Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments forexaminations, treatments and procedures. Monitors and provides intervention within the area of InfectionControl Licensed Vocational Nurse Differential: Day Shift Employees: Earn an extra $3.00 per hour for shiftsworked on Saturday and Sunday. Night Shift Employees: Earn an extra $3.00 per hour for shifts worked Monday throughFriday. Earn an extra $6.00 per hour for shifts worked on Saturday andSunday. Grant Funded? No Pay Grade Minimum $25.00 Pay Basis Hourly Work Location Dalhart Department Dalhart Unit Required Attachments Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV Job Type Full Time Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at . Shift Day EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran. Required Qualifications Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or abilityto transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program ofvocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position .Current CPR certification. Graduated from an approved accreditednursing program. New graduates must pass the National CouncilLicensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX- PN) on the firstattempt. No experience required. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at Introduction Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For ,TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? 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About the Division: Since 1989, TTUHSCManaged Care has served as a healthcare delivery service,providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within theTexas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical,mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilitiesthroughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-basedculture in all we do. 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