LVN – Correctional Health Infection Prevention

Harris Health System · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Hiring Post: LVN – Correctional Health Infection Prevention – 25K Retention Bonus Eligible Compensation: $28.85 to $36.80/hour Career Area: Correctional Health Location: Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Houston, TX 77002 Position Type: Full-Time Job ID: 177173 Benefits Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage $10k student loan repayment $25K Retention Bonus Eligible Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance Life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Subsidized parking Access to a credit union Employee disaster relief support Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment) About the Position Harris Health System is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to support Correctional Health Infection Prevention efforts. In this role, you will provide patient care and education in ambulatory and correctional health settings under the supervision of registered nurses and providers. You will utilize the nursing process to address patients’ physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs while assisting in identifying and managing predictable healthcare conditions. The LVN will play a key role in coordinating care across the healthcare team , ensuring patients understand their conditions and treatment plans within scope of practice. About Harris Health System Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas . As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services. Its flagship hospitals — Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) — anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet® nursing excellence , NCQA patient-centered care , and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine , UTHealth , MD Anderson Cancer Center , and the University of Houston . Requirements Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Licensure/Certification : Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the State of Texas Basic Life Support (BLS) from an AHA-approved program Additional certifications as required by the unit Experience : Minimum of 1 year LVN experience required Experience in specialty area preferred Communication Skills : Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact) Technical Skills : Basic computer proficiency Knowledge/Skills : Analytical skills Medical terminology PC proficiency Equipment Knowledge : Experience with IV pumps, vital signs monitors , and other clinical equipment Work Schedule : Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call Join Harris Health System and contribute to improving patient outcomes through quality care and infection prevention in a correctional health setting

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the Houston area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $47.02/hr ($97,802/yr). The typical range is $38.29 – $50.95/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $69,368/yr

Houston Median $97,802/yr

Experienced (90th) $125,320/yr

vs. National Median +4.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.