What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN Contract position at Gracie's Operation?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide quality nursing care to patients under the direction of registered nurses and physicians.
Duties
- 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
Required 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-HP required
- LVN’s must be IV Therapy Certified
What you need to know
- 2 Full Time Day shift positions 0445-1715
- 4:3 rotating schedule
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $43.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Medical-Surgical
Physical Setting:
- Clinic
- Corrections
- Outpatient
License/Certification:
- LVN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43