Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Dominguez Unit

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

Correctional Managed Care’s mission is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD). The Vocational Nurse provides direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients and performs nursing procedures within the scope of their education and demonstrated abilities.

The position is located within the confines of a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program.
• Current license or permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS-HP required.
• Security clearance required.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.

Nice To Haves

• Recent graduates with temporary permits will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Participate in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.
• Perform admission, discharge, and transfer procedures.
• Use the nursing plan of care in daily assignments and, under supervision, review and modify the plan of care.
• Observe and record patients’ signs, symptoms, behaviors, and physiological status; present proposed revisions to interventions and desired outcomes.
• Deliver designated nursing interventions consistent with the state medical plan of care.
• Notify appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status; recognize patient care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises.
• Follow physician’s orders in delivering nursing care and execute written orders for assigned patients.
• Maintain patients’ privacy and confidentiality of information and records.
• Safely and properly administer medications and treatments.
• Assemble equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in the specialty service area; perform or assist with procedures or treatments.
• Adhere to infection control and isolation procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Document nursing care in all assigned patient records.
• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structures.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED