LVN Corrections PRN

University Health; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System (UH) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide dermatological and custodial care within the detention health care setting. The role emphasizes safe, therapeutic nursing while upholding security requirements and UH/DHCS policies.

Experience in correctional or emergency nursing is preferred. Ideal candidates will hold a Texas LVN license and CPR certification, with a commitment to high standards of patient care and strong customer relations skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or emergency nursing is preferred.
• Experience in University Health nursing services and/or certification as a CCHP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients while ensuring that security requirements are maintained.
• Continuously monitor the condition and status of patients and deliver care that meets established standards.
• Support and adheres to University Health System (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with UH mission, vision and values; promote internal and external customer relations.

Skills

Correctional health care experience

Psychiatric nursing

Emergency nursing

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Texas

CPR Certification

Job description

POSITION 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 System (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with UHmission, 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 Healthnursing 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.