Licensed Vocational Nurse

Management & Training Corporation; Raymondville (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement account

Long and short-term disability

PTO and 11 paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) seeks a Licensed Vocational Nurse to join the El Valle Detention Facility in Raymondville, Texas. You will provide nursing care for ill or injured detainees under the nursing director and ensure compliance with treatment protocols.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited LVN program, valid Texas (or compact state) LVN license, CPR certification, and at least 6 months of related experience. Day shift, full-time, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited LVN program.
• Must possess current Texas LVN license or a compact-state license.
• CPR certification is required.
• Minimum 6 months of related healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess detainee condition and prescribe treatment under supervision by nursing leadership.
• Assist with provider line; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Administer medications and document as required by policy; manage pill call.
• Maintain medication control and proper handling of supplies and equipment.
• Perform on-call duties as required and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Nursing care

HIPAA compliance

On-call duties

Education

Graduate of an accredited LVN program

Texas LVN license or compact state license

CPR certification

Six months related experience

Job description

Job Description

Pay Rate: $27.50 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 and we want YOU to join our team!

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.