Licensed Vocational Nurse

Career Opportunities:
Licensed Vocational Nurse I (18276)

Posting  – Posted 06/24/2026 – Health & Human Services Comm – Adm Acute Care Psych  Nursing – Healthcare Practitioners and Technical – Big Spring State Hospital – Not Eligible for Telework – Other Locations (1) – Additional Shifts available (4) – Salary $3,000 – $4,999 per month.

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

• Functional
  
  Title:
  
  Licensed Vocational Nurse I
• Job Title:
  
  Licensed Vocational Nurse I
• Agency:
  Health & Human Services Comm
• Department:
  Adm Acute Care Psych  Nursing
• Posting Number: 18276
• Closing Date: 09/22/2026
• Posting Audience:
  Internal and External
• Occupational Category:
  Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
• Salary Range: $4,094.50 – $5,094.16 per month
• Pay Frequency:
  Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-A-16
• Shift: Regular Evening and Weekend
• Additional Shift: Days (First);
  Evenings (Second);
  Nights (Third);
  Weekends
• Telework:
  Not Eligible
• Travel:
  Up to 5%
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non‑Exempt:
  Nonexempt
• Facility
  
  Location:
  
  Big Spring State Hospital
• Job Location City: BIG SPRING
• Job Location Address: 1901 N HIGHWAY 87
• Other Locations:
  Big Spring

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state‑of‑the‑art treatment that is recovery‑oriented and science‑based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

• Perform routine vocational nursing work and provide care, treatment, and general welfare of individuals residing at the SH with complex medical, mental health, or behavioral health issues.
• Assist nursing staff in acclimating and orienting new LVNs to nursing functions at the SH.
• Work under the direction and moderate supervision of a Registered Nurse with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Assist in administrative duties related to medication and treatment administration, including attending rounds, maintaining medication logs, and documenting in electronic or paper charts.
• Perform basic and routine nursing tasks, including tracheostomy care, gastrostomy/jejunostomy care, wound care, and breathing treatments, under guidance of a registered nurse.
• Monitor individuals’ weight, diet, mealtimes, vital signs, and health status after treatments and procedures.
• Educate individuals and direct support professionals on post‑treatment monitoring and care procedures.
• Document and report treatments and observations accurately and timely in the individual’s medical record.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely communication of pertinent information.
• Respond to emergency situations and follow safety and infection control procedures.
• Collect specimens for laboratory examination and conduct appropriate screening tests when requested.
• Ensure supplies are available, inventory units, and order supplies through appropriate channels.
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