Medical Officer - Licensed Vocational Nurse/Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Harris County (TX)•Houston, TX

66d•$71,344 - $83,886•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Officer - Licensed Vocational Nurse/Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P) provides safe and effective medical care for all Juveniles in custody. The Medical officer will practice under the direction/supervision of a Registered Nurse/Physician, providing support to the overall functioning of the medical department. The medical officer will assist in the determination of predictable health care needs of juveniles in custody using a process which includes assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of care and this individual would operate in accordance with the applicable Certifying and/or Licensing agencies.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of licensed nursing experience (not including clinical hours required for education).
Licensed by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
Current CPR certification.
Applicable to LVN/EMT-P Applicants:
Understanding of Standard/Universal Precautions and infection control procedures for dealing with sharp instruments, blood and body fluids and communicable diseases.
Knowledge and understanding of indications for treatments rendered including medications and the expected outcome, possible side effects and how to identify adverse reactions.
Understanding of departmental and Agency Policies and Procedures including Standing Orders for care.
Comprehension of how to use proper body mechanics to avoid injury to self, peers or residents.
Knowledge of applicable pharmacy rules and regulations.
Knowledge of scope and standards of paramedic and/or vocational nursing practice where applicable
Abides by Harris County Code of Ethics
Maintains patient confidentiality, without breeching regulations/guidelines/laws pertaining to the sharing of protected health information.
Must be 21 years of age.
Applicable to LVN Applicants:
Knowledge of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners Nurse Practice Act and nursing care standards of practice
Maintains current licensure and continuing education requirements as established by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
Abides by Texas Board of Nurses Professional Conduct rules.
Demonstrates and follows the Nursing Code of Ethics.
Applicable to EMT-P Applicants:
Maintains current EMT-P certification and requirements as established by the Certifying Board
Demonstrates and follows the EMT Code of Ethics.
Additional Requirements:
Upon receiving a conditional job offer, every applicant undergoes a criminal background check and drug screening.
Employees who hold this position are required to possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license. Employee must maintain liability insurance in at least the minimum amounts required by law.
Certified copies of transcripts of educational credentials and/or college credits will be required during hiring process.
All applicants are required to present evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) skin test. In the event of a positive test, the applicant will be required to provide additional documentation.
Every employee is subject to random testing for drug and alcohol or if there is a reasonable suspicion to believe that the employee is under the influence of a substance prohibited by this policy while in the course and scope of employment.
If public emergency is declared by county, staff could be assigned to other duties and/or facilities and/or under the supervision of another county department.
Must be at least 21 years old.
This position involves working with challenging youth where use of crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies may be necessary to ensure the safety of both youth and staff.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of at least one (1) year of working with adolescents and/or correctional care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care with a focus on resident's needs, environmental and technical safety; utilizing a four step systemic process (Nursing Process) to deliver patient care. This includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Utilizes a problem solving approach as the basis for decision making in practice, including reporting relevant information to supervising Registered Nurse and/or Physician.
Performs technical clinical skills, within the scope of practice for a LVN, and in accordance with agency policies and procedures for individual and/or multiple resident assignments.
Performs diagnostic tests, administers medications, sets up equipment and applies therapeutic treatments.
Documents relevant information regarding nursing care in patient records, charts and reports.
Documents observations of residents signs, symptoms, test results, behaviors, and response to medications and treatments.
Informs, explains and educates residents and family members/guardians regarding medications, relevant treatment information, and disease process.
Provides pertinent health information, at an appropriate level, and includes meaningful literature to support understanding.
Demonstrates behaviors that promote development of positive outcomes in relation to the practice of vocational nursing, and provides ethical nursing care in a confidential, caring, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner.
Assigns specific tasks, activities and functions and maintains appropriate supervision of unlicensed personnel in a structured health care setting for residents with predictable health care needs in accordance with program design and structure.

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule
METRO RideSponsor Program