Vocational Nurse (PBL-LVN) - Briscoe Unit
About The Position
Correctional Managed Care provides healthcare to underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department. 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. This non-benefit-eligible position is limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. Hourly pay is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.
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.
- Security clearance is required.
- Pre-employment drug testing is 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 for daily assignments and review and, under supervision, modify the plan of care.
- 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 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; perform or assist with procedures and treatments.
- Follow infection-control and isolation procedures and use aseptic techniques in patient care.
- Document nursing care in assigned patient records.
- Adhere to internal controls and reporting structures.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
