LVN

Marlin, Texas, United States UTMB - Nursing

$ 43.00 - 43.00 (US Dollar)

• Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

preferred

• Are you IV Therapy Certified? (yes)
• Do you have a Varicella, Covid-19 Vaccine, MMR, T-Dap, TB, HepB, Current Physical, Flu? (yes)

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 AHA BLS-HP required- LVNs must be IV Therapy CertifiedPLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE UTMB CLEARANCE DOCUMENTS ARE HAND SIGNEDWhat you need to know:- 4 Full time day shift LVN positions_ 1 Fulltime night shift LVN position- Clearance documents will be sent to candidates during the Review stage- 4:3 rotating scheduleJob selling points:- Ability to do a lot of different jobs Clinic, in-patient, med pass, out-patient, wound care, cell side care, ER, critical careDay shift X4 LVNs 0545-1815Night shift x1 LVN 1745-0615Additional job details:- 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 inmates