Licensed Vocational Nurse, Correctional (LVN)
Grammar LLC•Palestine, TX
•$30 - $39
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides nursing care to inmates in a correctional setting. The position may involve a variety of assignments, including clinic, inpatient and outpatient care, medication administration, wound care, cell-side care, emergency care, and critical care. Work locations listed are Beto Unit, Michael Unit, Coffield Unit, and Powledge Unit. Day and night positions are available. The schedule is a rotating 4:3 schedule, with day hours of 0645–1915 and night hours of 1845–0715. Clearance documents are sent to candidates during the review stage.
Requirements
- Graduate from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
- Hold a current license or permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas.
- At least 1 year of Med/Surg or LTAC experience.
- Current AHA BLS certification.
- LVNs must be IV Therapy Certified.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety.
- Interpret physicians’ orders.
- Administer prescribed medication.
- Assist the physician with sick call when the physician is present.
- Apply surgical dressings and bandages.
- Provide emergency first aid care.
- Check and record vital signs.
- Instruct inmates concerning discharge planning.
- Observe signs and symptoms during sick call when the physician is not present.
- Report reactions to treatments and medications and changes in inmates’ emotional or physical condition.
- May instruct and supervise correctional staff concerning inmate health care and needs.
- Consult with a supervisor on problem cases.
- Check and order supplies.
- Maintain accurate medical records.
- Provide health care education to inmates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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