LVN Ambulatory PRN

LVN Ambulatory PRN at University Health summary:
The LVN Ambulatory PRN provides skilled nursing care to patients within a correctional health care setting while ensuring compliance with security protocols. The role involves monitoring patient conditions, delivering therapeutic interventions, and adhering to health system policies. Preferred candidates have experience in correctional, psychiatric, or emergency nursing and must maintain relevant licensure and certifications.
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 System’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.
Keywords:
LVN, vocational nurse, correctional health care, patient monitoring, ambulatory nursing, emergency nursing, psychiatric nursing, CPR certification, Texas nursing license, detention health care