Travel Nurse (LVN) at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Travel Nurse (LVN)

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

696004 - Office of Strategic Initiatives

Position Description

Employees in this classification travel as required providing a wide variety of patient care activities in a correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and by 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

39299BR

Travel Required

Up to 75%

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Major/Essential Functions

• Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the identification of problems and formulation of goals/ outcomes.


• Prepares and operates necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments and procedures.


• Administer or assist with the administration and documentation of medications.


• Assists with and performs focal assessments and procedures documenting the assessments and interventions in the electronic medical record.


• Maintains working knowledge of current issues and treatment modalities. Maintains working knowledge regarding the storage, usage, safety, and administration of medications via Direct Observation Therapy (DOT) and Pill Window.


• Triage sick call requests from patients.


• Completes and documents on incoming chain reviews/patient intakes.


• Makes daily patient rounds.


• Sharps (working and bulk) are maintained and counted per policy


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  This position will be required to travel to multiple units and work various schedules depending on staffing needs.
  

This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC:

• ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission


• KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude


• INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking


• VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit


• BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments

Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• Training


• Continuing Education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

 

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

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 Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

This position will be required to travel to multiple units and work various schedules depending on staffing needs.

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a licensed vocational nurse


• Prior experience in an Acute Care (Med/Surg, ICU, ER) setting


• Prior experience working effectively with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

Office of Strategic Initiatives

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full 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 website.

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Shift

Other

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Current Vocational Nurse License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. Apply Now