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Cardinal Correctional Care; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cardinal Correctional Care is seeking RN and LVN professionals to join our in-house team within a correctional facility in Texas. This full-time position emphasizes compassionate patient care under physician supervision and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, medication administration, and education on disease prevention, with opportunities to contribute to individualized care planning and behavioral health support.

Qualifications

• Active RN or LVN license in Texas.
• Correctional care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' health status by taking vital signs and documenting findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, offering education on prevention and management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care, including referrals to specialists when necessary.
• Support behavioral health initiatives by recognizing mental health issues and providing appropriate interventions.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Infectious disease care

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Correctional healthcare experience (P)

Education

RN or LVN license

Job description

Job description:

Job Summary

Cardinal Correctional Care is seeking LVN's and RN's to join our team working in a correctional institution setting. This position will play a crucial role in providing quality patient care under the supervision of physicians. This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical skills.

Duties

• Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' health status by taking vital signs and documenting findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, offering education on prevention and management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care, including referrals to specialists when necessary.
• Support behavioral health initiatives by recognizing mental health issues and providing appropriate interventions.

Skills

• Proficient in medical terminology and understanding of internal medicine practices.
• Strong ability to perform physical examinations and interpret vital signs accurately.
• Knowledgeable in infectious disease care protocols and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Correctional Healthcare Experience is a PLUS but not mandatory.

Benefits for FTE:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Hours:

Full-Time