Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Location:

Wichita Falls, TX

Join the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Managed Care team as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Gain an opportunity to provide medical, mental health, and dental services across 22 West Texas facilities serving the Texas Department of Criminal Justice population.

As an LVN, you will deliver direct patient care, assist with treatment plans, and ensure the well-being of patients in a secure environment. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing health assessments, and supporting medical staff.

• Administer medications and monitor patient health conditions to ensure adherence to care plans.
• Observe changes in patient conditions, identify problems, and help set patient care goals.
• Prepare and operate essential medical equipment for procedures, examinations, and treatments.
• Record patient assessments, interventions, and medication administration accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and correctional staff to coordinate care.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare policies, safety standards, and regulations.
• Assist in medical emergencies, triage patients, and provide immediate care when necessary.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a purpose‑driven work environment and a range of growth and support opportunities.

• Purpose‑Driven Work ― Directly impact a diverse patient population.
• Career Growth ― Paid training, continuing education, leadership programs, and promotion pathways.
• Loan Forgiveness ― Programs that help ease student debt.
• Supportive Team ― Collaborative, values‑driven environment.
• Competitive Pay ― Base salary with shift differentials: night +$3/hr weekdays, weekend +$3/hr weekends, weekend night +$6/hr.

• Current Vocational Nurse License in Texas, or ability to transfer to Texas, or scheduled to complete an approved vocational nursing program within 120 days of application.
• Current CPR certification.
• Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the NCLEX‑PN on the first attempt.

• 1–2 years of nursing experience.
• Experience in correctional nursing (jails, prisons, juvenile detention).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Health plans and supplemental coverage options — full‑time employees receive individual health insurance at no cost.
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement plans.
• Wellness programs and mother‑friendly workplace certification.
• Perks: membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, and entertainment.

Full‑time

Hourly

Minimum: $25.00
• Maximum: $27.00

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and budgetary guidelines. For more information, see the institutional pay plan website at https://app
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Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Higher Education

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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