Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Correctional Health - 701

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Correctional Health – 701 Location: Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002, United States Job ID: 178643 Pay: $28.85 – $36.80 / hour Position Type: Full Time Career Area: Correctional Health Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Prescription Drug Plan Retirement Plans with employer contributions Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education support Wellness programs and employee assistance services Career advancement opportunities within a Magnet-designated system Job Summary The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides patient care and education for patients in ambulatory clinics/areas under the direct supervision of an RN, APRN, PA, physician, dentist, or podiatrist. Using the nursing process, the LVN ensures patients’ physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs are met. The LVN assists in determining predictable healthcare needs of clients within structured healthcare settings, providing goal‑directed care for common, well‑defined health problems with predictable outcomes. The LVN coordinates care among healthcare team members to optimize patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans within the LVN scope of practice. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of Texas; Basic Life Support (BLS) from a hospital‑based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program; Additional certificates as required by unit/service. Work Experience: Experience in area of specialty preferred Communication Skills: Above average verbal communication (heavy public contact) Job Attributes: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terminology, PC proficiency; Equipment Operated: Computer, IV pumps, vital signs monitor, and other unit‑specific medical equipment Equal Opportunity Employer Harris Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harris Health System