Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Psychiatric Unit

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States View Map

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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Psychiatric Unit
Lubbock
45303BR

Position Description
Are you passionate about mental health nursing and looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients' lives?
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Managed Care is hiring Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to join our Psychiatric Services team at the Montford Unit in Lubbock, TX.

As an LVN, you'll work alongside a multidisciplinary team providing compassionate, patient-centered care. This role offers the opportunity to develop specialized behavioral health skills while caring for patients with a wide range of psychiatric needs.

About the Montford Unit
The John Montford Unit is an accredited regional medical and mental health facility within the TTUHSC Managed Care system. The facility provides a comprehensive range of medical, psychiatric, and ancillary healthcare services to patients across the state.

Want to learn more about our mission and the impact our team makes every day? Watch a brief overview of the Montford Unit HERE.

The Montford Psychiatric Unit is a 550-bed inpatient psychiatric facility dedicated to providing specialized mental healthcare for a diverse patient population. This unique setting provides nurses with the opportunity to gain experience caring for patients with complex behavioral health needs while working closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, mental health clinicians, and other healthcare professionals.

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.
  • Days | Rotating, 5:30 AM-6:00 PM
Competitive Pay - Earn a strong salary plus shift differential:
  • Night Differential: +$3/hr on weekday nights
  • Weekend Differential: +$3/hr on weekend days
  • Weekend Night Differential: +$6/hr on weekend nights


Major/Essential Functions
  • Patient Care: Administer medications, perform assessments, and monitors patients' health conditions to ensure adherence to care plans.
  • Clinical Observation: Identify and report changes in patient conditions, contributing to problem identification and the development of patient care goals.
  • Medical Procedures Support: Prepare and operate essential medical equipment for procedures, examinations, and treatments.
  • Documentation: Accurately record patient assessments, interventions, and medication administration in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
  • Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers and correctional staff to ensure coordinated care in a secure environment.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all healthcare policies, safety standards, and regulations, including proper medication storage and direct observation protocols.
  • Emergency Response: Assist in medical emergencies, triaging patients, and provide immediate care when necessary.


Required Qualifications
  • Current Vocational Nurse 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 .
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program. New graduates must pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX- PN) on the first attempt.
  • No experience required.


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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.


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.







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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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About Us

Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

Our Mission

As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

Our Values & Culture

Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

Compensation & Benefits

We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
  • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
  • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
  • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
  • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
  • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
  • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
  • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!

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