Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Hamilton Unit

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Bryan, TX

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 a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. UTMB Health strives to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to protected characteristics or other bases protected by institutional policy or applicable law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma 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 certification.
No experience required.
Security clearance required.
Pre-employment drug testing required.

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 for daily assignments and, under supervision, review and modify it.
Observe and record patients’ signs, symptoms, behaviors, and physiological status; propose 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 care priorities, multidisciplinary treatment plans, and potential patient care crises.
Follow physicians’ orders in delivering nursing care and execute written orders for assigned patients.
Maintain patient 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, and perform or assist with procedures or treatments.
Follow infection-control and isolation procedures and aseptic techniques.
Document nursing care in assigned patient records.
Adhere to internal controls and reporting structures.
Perform related duties as required.