Correctional LVN Nurse — Direct Patient Care & Care Plans

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Bryan, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients within a prison/jail setting, following the plan of care under supervision.

The role requires completion of an LVN program, Texas LVN license, current BLS-HP, ability to work in a secure environment, maintain patient privacy, and document care accurately.

Salary is commensurate with experience; training provided; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an LVN program and active Texas LVN license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS-HP certification.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
• Perform admission, discharge and transfer procedures.
• Review and modify the care plan under supervision.
• Observe and document patient status and interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Maintain patient privacy and infection control.
• Document nursing care in patient records.

Skills

Direct patient care

Assessment & planning

Documentation

Communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program

Texas LVN license

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UTMB Health in Bryan, TX is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients within a prison/jail setting, following the plan of care under supervision.

The role requires completion of an LVN program, Texas LVN license, current BLS-HP, ability to work in a secure environment, maintain patient privacy, and document care accurately.

Salary is commensurate with experience; training provided; no prior experience required.