LVN NURSE I, Juvenile Svcs - Tarrant, TX, United States - Tarrant County, TX

Description

Salary: $ $24.94 Hourly

Location : Tarrant County, TX

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Job Number: 09236

Department: Juvenile Services

Opening Date: 08/09/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) at Tarrant County Juvenile Services work alongside juvenile justice professionals in a unique, safe, and supportive work environment, while positively impacting the health of youth who often need the most help.

The position requires that LVNs:

• Perform basic technical LVN procedures in the Juvenile Center.
• Provide direct patient care and professional clinical assistance to Registered Nurses.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Posting may close at any time.

BENEFITSTarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits &
13 County Holidays

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs duties within the scope of LVN practice/protocol.
2. Administers immunizations, PO medications, and other injections as directed by the RN or assists other nurses as requested.
3. Gathers blood and other specimen samples as needed.
4. Documents appropriate information in client records and reports appropriate information to the Medical Services Supervisor and Registered Nurse.
5. Maintains confidentiality of client information as outlined in HIPPA guidelines.
6. Educates client on various medications and importance of adherence to medications.
7. Delivers quality nursing care while minimizing the risk of infection, contamination, harm, or injury.
8. Monitors, records, and reports symptoms and changes in condition of patients.
9. Monitors medical supply inventory and accounts for vaccines and testing materials.
10. Attends and participates in professional group meetings.
11. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of nursing.
12. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

NOTE: YOU MUST FILL OUT THE WORK HISTORY and EDUCATION SECTIONS OF APPLICATION TO SHOW YOU HAVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION AS REQUIRED BY HIRING DEPARTMENT OR BE DISQUALIFIED.

TO APPLY, must have a High School diploma or GED or higher education.

TO APPLY, must have One (1) full-time year of related work experience.

TO APPLY, must have professional LVN training through an accredited program resulting in licensure.

TO APPLY, must hold a current Texas LVN license.

MUST PROVIDE LICENSING AGENCY AND LICENSE NUMBER IN "CERTIFICATES AND LICENSING" SECTION OF THE APPLICATION OR RISK DISQUALIFICATION.

TO APPLY, must have a current and valid driver license and acceptable driving record and proof of liability insurance. Note: A Texas driver license is required to hold the position.

Good knowledge of fundamental nursing concepts, practices, and procedures.

Basic verbal and written communication skills.

Phlebotomy knowledge.

Basic computer skills including ability to use Microsoft windows operating system and Microsoft Office software.

If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment
at New Hire Processing or during the promotional process.

Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to bend, carry, grasp/squeeze, use hand tools, hear, keyboard, kneel, lift below the waist, lift between waist, and shoulder, lift overhead, lift to the side/twist, tolerate noise, pull, push, reach, reach overhead, perform repetitive tasks, see color, see far and near, sit, squat, stand, stoop, talk, twist, use his/her hands, drive a vehicle, walk, and work alone and with others. Exposure to active infectious disease and body fluids.

Regular attendance is essential. Incumbent must arrive at work on time, prepared to perform assigned duties and work assigned schedule. Incumbent must have the ability to work well with others. Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requested accommodations to work hours and schedules are considered on an individual basis.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

*Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED or higher education?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have One (1) full-time year of related work experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have professional LVN training through an accredited program that resulted in licensure?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you hold a current Texas LVN license?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a current and valid driver license with an acceptable driving record and proof of liability insurance?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have Phlebotomy skills? If so, please describe your experience.

07

Do you have basic computer skills including ability to use Microsoft windows operating system and Microsoft Office software?If so, please provide details about your experience.

08

Survey 1-Except for minor traffic violations, have you had a felony conviction or deferred adjudication against the laws of this state, another state or the United States within the past 10 years?

• Yes
• No

09

Survey 2-Are you currently on felony probation or parole?

• Yes
• No

10

Survey 3-Have you had a jailable misdemeanor conviction or deferred adjudication against the laws of this state, another state or the United States within the past 5 years?

• Yes
• No

11

Survey 4-Are you currently on misdemeanor probation or parole?

• Yes
• No

12

Survey 5-Are you required to register as a sex offender under Chapter 62, Texas Code of Criminal procedure?

• Yes
• No

13

Survey 6-If previously certified as a Juvenile Probation or Detention Officer, is your certification currently under revocation or suspension?

• Yes
• No

14

PREA 1Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution?

• Yes
• No

15

PREA 2Have you been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community by force, threat of force, coercion, or where the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?

• Yes
• No

16

PREA 3Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated for or found to have engaged in any of the conduct described in either of the two previous questions?

• Yes
• No

17

PREA 4 Have you ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated, disciplined or had any government issued license revoked or suspended for having engaged in conduct defined as sexual harassment?

• Yes
• No

18

Do you have prior military experience? If yes, be prepared to provide us with a DD-214.

• Yes
• No

19

Are you currently certified or was previously certified as a JPO, JSO or CAO? If yes, please provide in which county and last date of certification.

20

Why do you want this position in the Tarrant County Juvenile Services Department?

Required Question