Licensed Vocational Nurse

Precision House Recruiting; Amarillo (TX); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for a night shift contract in Amarillo, Texas. The contract runs from May 25, 2025, to August 24, 2025, featuring a 4 on/4 off schedule with 12-hour shifts. Responsibilities include providing nursing services, administering medications, and ensuring inmate care. A valid LVN license, current Basic Life Support certification, and experience in Medical-Surgical nursing are required for applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in Medical-Surgical nursing.
• Valid LVN license required.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Provides nursing services for inmate care.
• Interprets physician's orders and administers medications.
• Checks and records vital signs.

Connaissances

Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg)

Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

Formation

Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Description du poste

Our client is seeking a qualified LVN for a night shift contract:

Contract begins 5/25/25 - 8/24/25 (4 on/4 off, 12 hour shifts)

Job Qualifications

Required

• Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) (1+ years)
• Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

Preferred

• Current BLS, TB, Driver's License or ID

Additional job details

• Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety
• Interprets physicians orders
• Administers prescribed medication
• When physician is present, assists physician with sick call
• Applies surgical dressings and bandages
• Provides emergency first aid care
• Checks and records vital signs
• Instructs inmates concerning discharge planning
• Observes signs and symptoms during sick call when physician is not present
• Reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates emotional or physical condition
• May instruct and supervise correctional staff concerning inmate health care and needs
• Consults with supervisor on problem cases
• Checks and orders supplies
• Maintains accurate medical records
• Provides health care education inmates