TDCJ - Licensed Vocational Nurse III - Health Serv

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=103662andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionApplicants must submit both a rsum and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates. Job Duties:The LVN III position will report to the Nurse IV Office of Professional Standards. Duties include providing program specific and technical assistance to agency staff; assist ins in conducting on-site clinical reviews, data gathering, quality improvement audits and investigations of health care complaints. Research technical and policy issues regarding inmate healthcare.You'd be a GOOD fit if:You have graduated from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program and have three years of fulltime, wageearning experience as a vocational nurse. Your clinical background, reliability, and handson experience demonstrate the professionalism and competency needed to excel in this position.You'd be a GREAT fit if:You have correctional nursing experience in addition to the standard requirements for vocational nursing. You bring strong computer operations skills, and you hold a valid, current, and unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse, as approved by the Texas Board of Nursing. These qualifications demonstrate your clinical competence, professionalism, and readiness to work effectively in a correctional healthcare environment. *For the full Job Description, please click the link below:Licensed Vocational Nurse III Additional Information:Travel 25% - Position may spend 15 nights away per month Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Longevity *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. **A writing exercise which may include spelling, grammar, punctuation,proofreading, letter and/or report composition may be administered as part of the selection process.** Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Lois Marion Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-437-3569 [email protected] [email protected] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not dis riminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.