LVN Nurse - Inmate Care at Gurney Unit

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Tennessee Colony (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care within a correctional health setting. This role involves implementing the care plan, administering medications, and collaborating with physicians and the care team at Gurney Facility in Texas.

Ideal candidates have LVN/LPN certification in Texas, BLS-HP, and are prepared for a supportive, multidisciplinary environment handling admissions, transfers, and ongoing patient

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in Texas.
• No experience required.
• Current BLS-HP required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
• Perform admission, discharge and transfer procedures.
• Modify the plan of care under supervision.
• Observe and record signs, symptoms and patient status; propose revisions to interventions and outcomes.
• Deliver nursing interventions per the physician's order and care plan.
• Notify staff of changes in patient status and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Follow physician orders and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Administer medications and treatments safely.
• Assemble equipment for procedures in the service area; assist with procedures.
• Adhere to infection control and aseptic techniques.
• Document nursing care in patient records.
• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structures.

Education

LVN/LPN program graduation

Texas LVN/LPN license

BLS-HP certification

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide direct nursing care within a correctional health setting. This role involves implementing the care plan, administering medications, and collaborating with physicians and the care team at Gurney Facility in Texas.

Ideal candidates have LVN/LPN certification in Texas, BLS-HP, and are prepared for a supportive, multidisciplinary environment handling admissions, transfers, and ongoing patient