Correctional LVN

Texas Tech University•Wichita Falls, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Employees in this classification are responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility. They function within their legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and practice setting. Work is performed under the direction of a registered nurse as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

Deliver basic nursing care within scope of LVN practice, including vital signs, wound care, medication administration, lab draws/phlebotomy, and other treatments.
Process patient sick call requests according to policy.
Assist in sick call, chronic care clinics, intake screenings, and other clinic visit.
Monitor patient health status and report changes promptly to appropriate clinical staff.
Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely in accordance with protocols.
Maintain medication records and ensure proper documentation.
Observe and report therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
Promote adherence to treatment plans through patient education.
Coordinate care within the interdisciplinary team, including mental health, dental, and specialty services.
Prepare and maintain clinical areas, supplies, and equipment efficiently to support cost-effective care delivery.
Accurately document patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR) and all other applicable systems (e.g. PTM) in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with correctional healthcare standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and security of patient health information.