Correctional LVN Nurse - Direct Patient Care & Impact

The University of Texas Medical Branch; New Boston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct nursing care and support to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating nursing care, documenting patient records, and adhering to medical plans. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, have graduated from a Vocational Nurse Program, and possess a current Texas license, along with BLS-HP certification. This position offers a unique work environment within a correctional facility and does not require prior experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduated from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and possesses a current Texas license.
• Current BLS-HP certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Participate in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.
• Document nursing care in all assigned patient records.

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program

Current license/permit as a vocational nurse in Texas

Current BLS-HP certification

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse to provide direct nursing care and support to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating nursing care, documenting patient records, and adhering to medical plans. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, have graduated from a Vocational Nurse Program, and possess a current Texas license, along with BLS-HP certification. This position offers a unique work environment within a correctional facility and does not require prior experience.