Vocational Nurse - PBL (LVN) - Skyview Unit

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

3d•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. The position is located within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center, and is limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week. It is non-benefit eligible. Hourly pay is commensurate with relevant work experience.

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 certification.
No experience required.
Recent graduates with temporary permits will be considered.
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 for daily assignments and review and, under supervision, modify the plan.
Observe and record patient signs, symptoms, behaviors, and physiological status; propose revisions to interventions and desired outcomes.
Deliver nursing interventions consistent with the state medical plan of care.
Notify appropriate nursing and medical staff of changes in patient status, and recognize 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 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 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.