Licensed Vocational Nurse - Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg)

- 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 AHA BLS - required- LVN’s must be IV Therapy Certified

What you need to know:- Full Time 1 night shift- Clearance documents will be sent to candidates during the Review stage- 4:3 rotating schedule

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