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LVN (Correctional Facility)

Relode, Huntsville, TX, United States


Tasks
Overview: This position will be located at a Correctional Facility in Huntsville, TX. We are also looking for travel LVN's willing to make the commute from Houston to Huntsville.

Contract Dates: 5/02/2026 - 08/03/2026 (Renewable Contract)

What you need to know:

Full Time Day & Night LVN positions

Clearance documents will be sent to candidates during the Review stage

4:3 rotating schedule

Guaranteed hours

Ability to extend contract

Job selling points:

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

No previous correctional experience required.

Additional job details:

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
Required skills and experience:

Graduation from a Licensed Vocational Nurse Program and current license/permit as a vocational nurse in the State of Texas

1+ year of Med/Surg, LTAC or Floor experience

Current BLS-HP required

LVN’s must be IV Therapy Certified before hire date. "online course available"

Benefits
Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

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