overviewRequired skills and experience:- Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas- 1+ year of Med/Surg or LTAC experience- Current BLS required
What you need to know:
- Full Time Day shift LVN positions- Clearance documents will be sent to candidates during the Review stage- Rotating 4 on / 4 off
Job selling points:- Ability to do a lot of different jobs – Clinic, in-patient, med pass, out-patient, wound care, cell side care, ER, critical care
Additional job details:- Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety- Interprets physicians’ orders- Administers prescribed medication- When physician is present, assists physician with sick call- Applies surgical dressings and bandages- Provides emergency first aid care- Checks and records vital signs- Instructs inmates concerning discharge planning- Observes signs and symptoms during sick call when physician is not present- Reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates’ emotional or physical condition- May instruct and supervise correctional staff concerning inmate health care and needs- Consults with supervisor on problem cases- Checks and orders supplies- Maintains accurate medical records- Provides health care education inmates
2 LVN Day shift (4 on / 4 off, 12 hour shifts)