Correctional Health LVN - Compassionate, Efficient Care

Jobtome; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) seek a licensed vocational nurse to provide efficient, therapeutic care to patients in the Bexar County Detention Center. You will monitor patient status, ensure security protocols, and uphold UH/DHCS policies and values.

Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or emergency settings is preferred; CCHP certification is also preferred. Must maintain CPR certification and Texas LVN license.

Qualifications

• Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or in an emergency environment.
• Preferred knowledge of University Health System (UHS) nursing services and/or CCHP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients in a detention setting while maintaining security requirements.
• Monitors patient condition continuously and delivers care meeting established standards.
• Adheres to University Health System (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures; supports UH mission and values.

Education

Texas LVN license

Job description

University Health System (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) seek a licensed vocational nurse to provide efficient, therapeutic care to patients in the Bexar County Detention Center. You will monitor patient status, ensure security protocols, and uphold UH/DHCS policies and values.

Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or emergency settings is preferred; CCHP certification is also preferred. Must maintain CPR certification and Texas LVN license.