LVN Ambulatory PRN
University Health Careers
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Pleasanton, TX, 78064, USA
- Healthcare
- Internship
- LVN
- vocational nurse
- correctional healthcare
The LVN Ambulatory PRN provides efficient, therapeutic nursing care to patients within a correctional facility, ensuring compliance with security and health policies. The role involves continuous patient monitoring and delivering care that meets established healthcare standards. Preferred experience includes correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or emergency nursing, along with relevant certifications and licensure.
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients while ensuring that established security requirements are maintained (as defined by the Bexar County Adult Detention Center and Central Magistrate's Office). Continuously monitors the condition and status of patients and delivers care that meets or exceeds established standards. Supports and adheres to University Health (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with UH mission, vision and values. Promotes excellent internal and external customer relations. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or nursing in an emergency environment is preferred. Prior knowledge or experience within the University Health's nursing services and/or certification as a Certified Correctional Health Care Provider (CCHP) is also preferred. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must also maintain current CPR certification.




