Correctional LVN Nurse: Direct Patient Care

Utmb; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care to patients within a correctional setting. The role requires graduation from an LVN program and an active Texas LVN license, with current BLS-HP certification.

Experience is not required, and recent graduates with temporary permits will be considered. The nurse will follow physician orders, document care, monitor patient status, and ensure privacy and confidentiality in a secure facility environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and active LVN license in Texas.
• BLS-HP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Follows physician orders and adheres to the medical plan of care.
• Documents nursing care in patient records and observes patient status.

Skills

Direct patient care

BLS-HP certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care to patients within a correctional setting. The role requires graduation from an LVN program and an active Texas LVN license, with current BLS-HP certification.

Experience is not required, and recent graduates with temporary permits will be considered. The nurse will follow physician orders, document care, monitor patient status, and ensure privacy and confidentiality in a secure facility environment.