Registry Ally, Inc.
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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
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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
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