What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN RL118261 position at Metro Assoc.?
Contract Onsite Position
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Our Award Winning Client has won numerous accolades and operates on a national level.
Overview
Required Skills and Experience:
- Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program.
- Current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas.
- 1 year of Med/Surg or LTAC experience.
- Current BLS-HP certification.
- IV Therapy Certification.
What You Need to Know:
- Full Time 2 Day LVN positions
- 4:3 rotating schedule.
Job Selling Points:
- Versatile role with responsibilities in Clinic, in-patient, med pass, out-patient, wound care, cell side care, ER, and critical care settings.
Responsibilities:
- Administer prescribed medication and interpret physicians’ orders.
- Provide nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety.
- Assist physicians with sick calls and apply surgical dressings and bandages.
- Provide emergency first aid care and check/record vital signs.
- Observe and report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in inmates’ emotional or physical conditions.
- Instruct inmates on discharge planning.
- Supervise correctional staff regarding inmate health care.
- Consult with supervisors on complex cases.
- Check and order supplies.
- Maintain accurate medical records.
- Provide health care education to inmates.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
- Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS).
Preferred:
- IV Therapy Certification.
- Current vaccinations: Covid-19, Varicella, MMR, T-Dap, TB, HepB, Current Physical, Flu.
Candidate Details: Candidates must be graduates from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program with a valid license/permit to practice in the State of Texas. A minimum of 1 year of experience in Med/Surg or LTAC is required, along with a current BLS-HP certification and IV Therapy Certification. Ideal candidates will have up-to-date vaccinations, including Covid-19, Varicella, MMR, T-Dap, TB, HepB, a current physical, and Flu.
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $43.00 - $44.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Med/Surg or LTAC experience?
- Are you IV Therapy Certified?
- Are you a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)? (TX)
- What locations in the USA or states are you interested in?
- What type of compensation is desired for a new position?
- RL118261 Have you worked as LVN recently?
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Med/Surg or LTAC: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- LVN (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- IV Therapy Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Palestine, TX 75801 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Palestine, TX 75801: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43 - $44