About this role
Licensed Vocational Nurse II
Salary
$51,222.00 Annually
Location
1711 N. Bridge Ave, Weslaco, TX
Job Type Regular Full Time
Job Number 2026-03659
Department Hidalgo County - Juvenile Boot Camp
Opening Date 09/21/2026
Closing Date Continuous
Civil Service Position: No
Status: External Advertisement
Open Positions: 01
Grade: 11
Work Hours: Monday - Sunday / 6:00 am - 1:00pm, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Description
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This position provides routine (journey-level) vocational nursing work. Work involves providing for the care, treatment, and general welfare of patients; May train others; Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
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Examples of Work Performed
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Prepares nursing and medical summaries.
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Administers medication orally, rectally, internally, or by injection.
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Monitors patients for treatments and procedures.
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Monitors patients’ temperature, pulse, and respiration.
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Collects specimens for laboratory examination.
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Counsels patients with specific health goals.
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Conducts appropriate screening tests.
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Applies principles and practices to assess, prevent, and control diseases.
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Maintains records pertaining to medication, deaths, illnesses, and the transfer of patients.
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Makes rounds or home visits.
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May participate in conducting therapeutic programs.
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May train others.
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Performs related work as assigned.
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Education and Experience
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Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
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One (1) year of experience in nursing work.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Must be licensed as a Licensed Vocational Nurse by the State of Texas or in a party state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
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Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
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Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.
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Knowledge of nursing procedures and techniques.
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Ability to provide patient medical care, to prepare and maintain records, and to train others.
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