Licensed Vocational Nurse

Management & Training Corporation; Raymondville (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

PTO and holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville, Texas, where our nursing staff provide care to detainees under the direction of the health services administrator and nursing director.

This full-time, day-shift LVN role offers $28.95 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, PTO, paid holidays, and an employee assistance program. A Texas LVN license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, valid LVN license (TX or compact state).
• CPR certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 6 months related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and assistance for ill or injured detainees.
• Assess conditions and prescribe treatment under supervision and approved protocols.
• Administer medications and manage pill call; document per policies.
• Keep medical equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and adhere to HIPAA rules.
• Perform on-call duties as required.
• Provide health counseling and education as needed.

Skills

Nursing

CPR Certification

HIPAA compliance

On-call duties

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in TX

CPR certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months related experience

Tools

Pill cart operation

Medical records documentation

Job description

Job Description

Pay Rate: $28.95 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time, Days

Benefits Include

• Health, dental, and vision
• Prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement account
• Long and short-term disability
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is proud to operate the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville, Texas where our staff are our biggest asset! We value our professional and caring medical providers who are dedicated to improving people's lives

What you'll do:

You'll be responsible for providing nursing care and assistance for ill and/or injured persons. All decisions should be reviewed with the nursing director with the exception of routine duties assigned to the nurse (LVN) in compliance with MTC Medical and customer directives.

Essential Functions

• Under direction of health services administrator, supervising nurse and professional service providers and in accordance with approved treatment protocol, assess condition of and prescribe treatment for detainees reporting to sick call.
• Assist with provider line; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Operate pill call, administer medication and document as required by applicable policies and procedures. To include push and or wheel pill cart on facility campus.
• Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment as required.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and call physician for treatment orders.
• Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods.
• Practice basic cost containment and utilization management for detainee care and facility operations.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Observe applicable HIPAA rules.
• Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses.
• Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.
• Perform work on an on-call basis, as required.
• Provide health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis, as required.
• Prepare and maintain narrative, statistical, summary and operational records, reports, and logs.
• Review and process all reports and documents in a timely manner.
• Conduct chart review, review status of detainees with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings; promote communications and proper flow of relevant information in the medical unit.
• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.
• Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters in include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
• Properly chart medical care.
• Requires prolonged periods of walking and standing.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) months related experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing program. Must possess current, valid vocational nursing license for the state of Texas or a compact state and current CPR certification.
• Must successfully complete required preservice training.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [e-mail] or 801-693-2888.

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