Juvenile Detention LVN: Correctional Health Nurse

University Health; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking an experienced Vocational Nurse to provide nursing care at the Bexar County Juvenile Detention Center and the Secured Juvenile Corrections Treatment Center. The role emphasizes adherence to TJJD standards and UH/DHCS policies.

You will continuously monitor patients, respond to medical needs, and collaborate with detention care staff to ensure high-quality, respectful care for juvenile detainees.

Qualifications

• Experience in correctional health care or psychiatric/emergency nursing preferred.
• CCHP certification preferred.
• Texas Vocational Nursing license required; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to juvenile patients in detention centers.
• Monitor patient condition and deliver care per standards.
• Adhere to UH/DHCS policies and promote quality care and customer relations.

Skills

Correctional health care

Psychiatric nursing

Emergency nursing

Education

Certified Correctional Health Care Provider (CCHP)

Job description

University Health is seeking an experienced Vocational Nurse to provide nursing care at the Bexar County Juvenile Detention Center and the Secured Juvenile Corrections Treatment Center. The role emphasizes adherence to TJJD standards and UH/DHCS policies.

You will continuously monitor patients, respond to medical needs, and collaborate with detention care staff to ensure high-quality, respectful care for juvenile detainees.