Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN

Position Summary

The LVN works under the supervision of the RN to evaluate, plan, implement and monitor health care for Job Corps students.

The LVN works under the supervision of the RN to evaluate, plan, implement and monitor health care for Job Corps students.

• Assists in coordinating and conducting cursory and comprehensive health assessments for all new students within PRH-specified time frames.
• Assists in the daily operation of the H&W clinic to include coordinating student appointments, performing routine care, monitoring students on bed rest, and documenting health care in the confidential student health file.
• Treats minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions.
• Prepares and administers medications in alignment with Job Corps Health Care Management Guidelines, also the state practice act. Maintains strict compliance in documenting medication logs and the security of medication supplies in compliance with PRH Appendix 203 “Medication Management Guidelines.”
• Assists the RN and physician in treatments and communicating with student patients and their families/guardians.
• Assesses patient health needs and implements nursing care plans and chronic care plans as indicated, within scope of practice.
• Reports pertinent information and changes in individual health status to the physician and health staff in a timely manner.
• Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment.
• Ensures student health files are accurate, up-to-date, and maintained in strict compliance with HIPAA laws and PRH Chapter 2 requirements, and that student privacy is always protected.
• Performs and interprets diagnostics procedures and administers therapeutic treatments and preventive measures under the guidance of the RN and wellness staff, within scope of practice.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property and adheres to safety practices.
• Participates in department meetings and all mandated PRH and Strategix training.
• Promotes a harassment‑free environment.
• Utilizes information systems and handles student data in strict adherence to Job Corps and Strategix policies to protect students’ personally identifiable information (PII) and reduce network security threats.
• Adheres to and models Strategix servant leadership culture values:
  Honor Others, Inspire Vision, Choose Integrity, People First, Balance Focus with Flexibility, Serve with Humility, and Innovate and Disrupt.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Active, unrestricted LVN/LPN license covering the state in which the Job Corps center is located and one year of related experience. Current CPR certification, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to effectively work with youth. Information technology proficiency including MS Office.

Four years of direct nursing experience.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate with or without notice.

It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the…