Psychiatric LPN

Job Details

• Full Time Contract Position for 3 Months with option to extend
  


• Psychiatric Correctional Facility in Lubbock, TX
  


• 6:00AM – 6:00PM - Rotating 4 on/4 off Schedule
  

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety
  


• Interprets physicians' orders
  


• Administers prescribed medication
  


• When physician is present, assists physician with sick call
  


• Applies surgical dressings and bandages
  


• Provides emergency first aid care
  


• Checks and records vital signs
  


• Instructs inmates concerning discharge planning
  


• Observes signs and symptoms during sick call when physician is not present
  


• Reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates' emotional or physical condition
  


• May instruct and supervise correctional staff concerning inmate health care and needs
  


• Consults with supervisor on problem cases
  


• Checks and orders supplies - Maintains accurate medical records
  


• Provides health care education inmates
  

Requirements

Active Texas LPN License

Graduate of a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursing Program       

Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

Minimum of 1 year of Psych Experience

Minimum of 1 year of Med/Surg or LTAC experience

Ability to do a lot of different jobs - Clinic, in-patient, med pass, out-patient, wound care, cell side care, ER, critical care