Health Services Specialist II NurseParamedic Jail Health

Performs medical procedures on inmates including clinical assessments specimen collection disbursing medications and referring to the mid-level provider or doctor if necessary.

Performs point-of-care diagnostic testing on inmates to determine health status.

Performs medical screenings on inmates and charts all findings; maintains files and records as needed; creates patient charts and charts documentation of orders and actions taken.

Assists and consults providers for necessary medical information as needed.

Ensures that the infirmary is kept clean and neat; ensures that all medical equipment is in proper working order.

Performs administrative duties of the department including sending and receiving information such as medical records inventorying supplies speaking with concerned family members and any other duties requested.

Screens or previews incoming phone calls and provides information compliant with department policy and procedures or refers callers to appropriate personnel or agencies; records and routes messages for department personnel when necessary.

Administers injections infusions and immunizations.

Provides wound care.

Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Performs other related duties as required.

Must be 18 years of age.

Must be a United States citizen.

High School Diploma or GED required and certification as a Paramedic Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse required; or

High School Diploma or GED required and certification as a Medical Assistant or current Emergency Medical Technician certification and a minimum of three years of experience in a related field.

Possession of a valid Drivers License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas drivers license within 90 days of employment.

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Nurses and paramedics are preferred.