Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Casual Appointment - Crain Unit

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

77d • Onsite

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.

This position is located within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required. It is a non-benefit-eligible casual appointment limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. The hourly rate is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Requirements

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
• Current license or permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS-HP certification.
• Security clearance is required.
• Pre-employment drug testing is 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 in daily assignments and, under supervision, review and modify the plan.
• 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 physician orders in delivering nursing care and execute written physician 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed