Licensed Vocational Nurse - Jail Correctional Medicine - Administration - 1

Brazos County•Bryan, TX

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About The Position

Description General Summary: The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) within both Brazos County Detention Center and Brazos County Juvenile Justice Center. This role ensures the delivery of safe, compliant, and effective patient care to incarcerated individuals while supervising nursing and support staff. The registered nurse collaborates with correctional officers, providers, and administrative personnel to promote patient well-being, manage clinical operations, and maintain adherence to state, federal, and accreditation standards. Essential Duties: 1. Patient Care Delivery o Provide direct nursing care to incarcerated individuals, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. o Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols. o Respond to medical emergencies and perform triage and stabilization as needed. 2. Health Assessments o Conduct intake health screenings for new inmates. o Perform routine and follow-up physical assessments. o Identify and monitor chronic health conditions. 3. Medical Documentation o Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, and responses in the electronic medical record (EMR). o Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and facility documentation standards. 4. Care Coordination o Collaborate with physicians, mental health professionals, and other healthcare staff to coordinate patient care. o Refer patients to higher levels of care when necessary. 5. Infection Control & Health Education o Implement and follow infection control procedures. o Educate inmates on health maintenance, chronic disease management, and medication adherence. 6. Medication Management o Prepare, dispense, and monitor medications safely. o Observe for and report adverse drug reactions. 7. Security & Safety Compliance o Follow all facility safety, security, and operational procedures. o Maintain appropriate boundaries and awareness of safety risks unique to the correctional environment. 8. Guidance and Supervision of Unlicensed Staff o Provide direction, oversight, and mentorship to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs), including Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Medical Assistants (MAs), or Correctional Health Aides. o Monitor performance and provide feedback or corrective action as needed. o Ensure that unlicensed staff follow infection control, safety protocols, and documentation standards. 9. Mental Health Support o Recognize signs of mental health crises and initiate appropriate interventions. o Collaborate with mental health staff to support inmates with psychiatric needs. 10. Legal and Ethical Compliance o Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations. o Comply with all state and federal laws relevant to nursing practice in correctional facilities. Other Duties as assigned. Supervision Received: Nurse Manager; Medical Manager, and Medical Authority, Registered Nurses Given: Medical Assistants (Correctional), Records Management, Medical Clerk

Requirements

Graduated from a Texas Board of Nursing-approved vocational nursing program and LVN License (active and unencumbered) issued from the Texas Board of Nursing.
2-3 Years
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Licensed Vocational Nurse – Texas Board of Nursing (active and unencumbered)
Basic First Aid / CPR Certificate

Nice To Haves

Graduated from a Texas Board of Nursing-approved vocational nursing program and LVN License (active and unencumbered) issued from the Texas Board of Nursing.
3+ years’ experience
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Licensed Vocational Nurse – Texas Board of Nursing (active and unencumbered)
Basic First Aid / CPR Certificate