Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Location: Preston Smith Unit, Lamesa, TX

Employer: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) – Managed Care

Join a nursing team that values your skills, supports excellence, and recognizes the impact of your work.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to join our team at the Smith Unit, located in Lamesa, TX.

At TTUHSC, our LVNs are vital members of a multidisciplinary healthcare team providing safe, compassionate, and competent care within a correctional healthcare setting.

About the Smith Unit

The Smith Unit offers a fast-paced clinical environment where LVNs play a critical role in daily patient care, emergency response, chronic disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Nurses are empowered to utilize their assessment and critical-thinking skills while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Current Opportunities Include:

Rotating 12-Hour Shifts (4 on/ 4 off)

Enjoy a predictable rotating schedule that provides four consecutive workdays followed by four consecutive days off, offering excellent work-life balance.

• Clinic Nurse | Rotating, 5:00 AM–5:00 PM

Competitive Pay – Earn a strong salary plus shift differential:

• Weekend Differential: +$3/hr on weekend days

Training & Support

• Structured nursing onboarding with checklist
• Orientation spread over approximately 3 months
• Rotations with multiple team members before working independently
• Focus on building confidence with processes and environment

Benefits & Perks – TTUHSC

• Competitive pay
• State of Texas benefits, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Retirement through TRS, Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Stable schedule with built-in days off
• Medical malpractice coverage
• Long-term career stability with an academic healthcare system

Required Qualifications:

• Current LVN License in the State of Texas, or ability to transfer license to Texas, or scheduled to complete a program of vocational nursing within 120 days of applying for a position.
• Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
• New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) on the first attempt.
• Experience: None

EEO Statement :

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