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(Archived) LPN/LVN
Job Description
Position: LPN/LVN or RN
Location: Galveston, TX
Duration: 13 Weeks
Job Information
- Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility with the ability to perform continuous CPR until relief is available.
- Administers and documents medications
- Assists with histories and physicals on inmates/patients.
- Assesses health status of inmates/patients and refers to correct level of healthcare provider.
- Assists providers as needed with patient examinations and treatments.
- Documents all nursing care provided.
- Performs venipuncture and I.V. therapy, if certified.
- Per provider’s orders, collects samples, specimens, and/or cultures.
- Implements and follows up on provider verbal and written orders if permitted.
- Educates inmates and correctional staff on healthcare information.
- Adheres to safety and security policies.
- Participates in disaster drills.
- Adheres to security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
- Follows Universal Precautions and other infection control policies.
- Function and respond to stressful situations in a stressful environment.
- Requires regular and reliable attendance.
Requirements
- Keeps patient information confidential and respects the patient’s right to privacy.
- Communicates observations and changes in inmate/patient condition to healthcare team.
- Maintains and provides proof of active state nursing licensure and provides a copy of the license to be placed in the personnel file and maintained by the Health Service Administrator.
- Is informed and follows all security regulations of the institution.
- Attends all scheduled in-service programs and staff meetings.
- Maintains an active CPR certification.
- Any other duties as assigned and within the scope of the LPN/LVN licensure.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Medical/Dental
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Referral Bonuses
- Childcare reimbursement
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