Lvn Corrections

Jobtome; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a Vocational Nurse to provide efficient, therapeutic nursing care within the Bexar County Detention Center setting, while upholding University Health and Detention Health Care Services policies. You will monitor patient status, deliver care aligned with standards, and promote excellent internal and external relations.

Candidates with correctional health care experience, emergency nursing background, and a valid Texas LVN license with CPR certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Correctional health care experience preferred.
• Nursing in an emergency environment preferred.
• CCHP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients in a detention setting.
• Continuously monitor patient condition and deliver care meeting established standards.
• Adhere to University Health and Detention Health Care Services policies and promote good customer relations.

Education

Certified Correctional Health Care Provider (CCHP)

Correctional health care experience

Job description

POS ITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients while ensuring that established security requirements are maintained (as defined by the Bexar County Adult Detention Center and Central Magistrate's Office). Continuously monitors the condition and status of patients and delivers care that meets or exceeds established standards. Supports and adheres to University Health (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with UH mission, vision and values. Promotes excellent internal and external customer relations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or nursing in an emergency environment is preferred. Prior knowledge or experience within the University Health System's nursing services and/or certification as a Certified Correctional Health Care Provider (CCHP) is also preferred.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must also maintain current CPR certification.