Resource Nurse LVN
Job Description
Resource Nurse LVN
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
691001 - Amarillo Clements Unit
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 adn 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.
Requisition ID
22327BR
Travel Required
None
Major/Essential Functions
* Communicates patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care.
* Assists with or performs exams, assessments and procedures and documents intervention in EMR.
* Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
* Administer or assist with administration or documentation of medications.
* Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities.
* Assist in admissions, discharges and transfers.
Grant Funded?
No
Minimum Hire Rate
20.00
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
Amarillo
Preferred Qualifications
Correctional experience.
Basic computer experience.
Campus
HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care
Department
Amarillo Clements Unit
Job Type
Part Time
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. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Research Technicians
Occasional Duties
As assigned by supervisor
Benefits Offered
* Generous paid time off, sick leave, and holiday schedule
* 100% paid health insurance for full time employees, 50% paid for dependents
* Dental, vision, long-term, and short-term disability benefits.
* State of Texas pension plan that vests in 5 years.
* State Employee tuition forgiveness and tuition assistance for continuing education
* Employer paid liability insurance for all licensed employees.
* And much more.
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications
License/Certification: * Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas or ability to transfer license to Texas. * Current CPR certification Education: * Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. Experience: * None
Application Instructions
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