"Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse"

Extended Job Title

Sr Licensed Vocational Nurse

Position Description

Employees in this classification are experienced LVNs responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care activities in an assigned correctional facility. Work performed under the direction of a regional director of nursing, staff nurse and/or physician as part of a total health care team in providing complete evaluations to patients. Works under the direct supervision of regional director of nursing, staff nurse staff nurse or physician. May instruct coworkers and supervise them in the performance of special procedures. Work performed as part of a total correctional managed health care team in providing safe and competent care to patients.

Requisition ID

42279BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

33.50

Major/Essential Functions

• Administering medications to inmates, as prescribed by physicians or nurse practitioner, both from pill windows and cell side.
• Monitoring inmates for adverse reactions to medications and intervening as necessary.
• Performing basic medical procedures, such as wound care and dressing changes.
• Collecting and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.
• Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures, such as blood draws and electrocardiograms.
• Providing health education and counseling to inmates on topics such as disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and medication adherence.
• Assisting with the maintenance of medical records and charts for all inmates.
• Assisting with the management of chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
• Assisting with the screening of inmates for infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and hepatitis.
• Collaborating with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care for inmates who require specialty services outside the prison setting.
• The function of a behavioral health professional is to conduct assessments, administer medication, respond to crises, provide education and referrals, document patient records, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, advocate for patients' rights, follow safety protocols, and stay current on research and trends in prison mental health nursing.
• The function of an infirmary nurse is to conduct comprehensive assessments, administer medication and treatments, monitor patients' physical and mental health, provide wound care, assist with activities of daily living, communicate with the healthcare team, educate patients about adhering to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in both short and long-term care settings, as well as in hospice and mental health observation.
• The physical labor requirements include tasks such as lifting and moving patients, standing for long periods, and performing various manual dexterity movements.
• Responsible for Infectious Control Nurse (ICN) functions and/or management of unit pharmacy operations.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

31.96

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Will discuss at interview.

Work Location

Amarillo

Department

Amarillo Clements Unit

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Occasional Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of vocational nursing. Current Vocational Nursing license in the state of Texas or the attainment of a temporary permit from the Board of Nursing to practice vocational nursing pending full licensure in the state of Texas. At least two years of LVN experience in a hospital, clinic or community-based environment.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.