LVN

Overview

Required skills and experience:

• Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas
• 1 year of Med/Surg or LTAC experience
• Current BLS-HP required
• LVNs must be IV Therapy Certified
• Ability to do a lot of different jobs Clinic in-patient med pass out-patient wound care cell side care ER critical care
• Provides nursing services treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety - Interprets physicians orders - Administers prescribed medication - When physician is present assists physician with sick call - Applies surgical dressings and bandages - Provides emergency first aid care - Checks and records vital signs - Instructs inmates concerning discharge planning - Observes signs and symptoms during sick call when physician is not present - Reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates emotional or physical condition - May instruct and supervise correctional staff concerning inmate health care and needs - Consults with supervisor on problem cases - Checks and orders supplies - Maintains accurate medical records - Provides health care education inmate

Qualifications