Registered Nurse, Youth Village
Webb County, TX
Laredo, TX
Full-time
83.2K a year
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Coverage
Job Description
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• Provides basic medical care to residents, responds to emergencies, and monitors residents' health status and progress over time.
• Performs resident screenings to ascertain medical and mental health histories and determines the need for special referrals.
• Researches and prepares referrals based on diagnosis.
• Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
• Administers medications and injections in accordance with nursing standards of care.
• Monitors the administration of medications.
• Reviews and maintains documented medication forms.
• Prepares residents for transfer to hospitals as required.
• Prepares and administers tuberculosis tests and COVID tests to incoming residents.
• Follows physicians' standing orders in the delivery of medical treatments to residents.
• Respond to resident medical request forms; assess residents for medical care.
• Assists physicians and dentists with patient care and treatment.
• Orders patient medication from the contract pharmacy.
• Collects medical specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Review the activities of Juvenile Supervision Officers to ensure that standing orders are followed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Performs any other related duties as the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer/ Facility Administrator assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical screening protocols.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the nursing care of patients.
• Ability to prepare clear and precise reports.
• Ability to explain medical procedures, answer residents' questions, and relay information to other medical staff.
• Ability to communicate with medical staff, law enforcement, and residents who may have limited English skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Software.
• Must have experience in the use of office equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have a State of Texas Registered Nurse License.
• Must have at least two (2) years of work experience in nursing.
Supplemental Information
Complexity/Scope of Work
• Work consists of related specialized duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• Work involves frequent interdepartmental and public interaction with outside agencies, requiring considerable discretion, resourcefulness, and persuasiveness to achieve desired objectives.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 5 pounds in all directions.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
Constantly
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Other Requirements/Information
• Must possess a valid and current driver's license.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.
Valid Texas Driver's License*
• If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Ancillary products
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Employee Clinic*
• Vacation and sick leave
• Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
• Available to ALL employees
• *Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
01
What is your highest level of education?
• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Some College Hours
• Vocational Certificate
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree or higher
02
Do you have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution?
• Yes
• No
03
Do you have at least two (2) years of experience as a Nurse?
• Yes
• No
04
Do you possess a current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Texas Board of Nursing?
• Yes
• No
05
Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license.
• Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.
06
Are you a current or former Webb County employee?
• Yes
• No
07
If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.
08
Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.
Required Question
• Provides basic medical care to residents, responds to emergencies, and monitors residents' health status and progress over time.
• Performs resident screenings to ascertain medical and mental health histories and determines the need for special referrals.
• Researches and prepares referrals based on diagnosis.
• Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
• Administers medications and injections in accordance with nursing standards of care.
• Monitors the administration of medications.
• Reviews and maintains documented medication forms.
• Prepares residents for transfer to hospitals as required.
• Prepares and administers tuberculosis tests and COVID tests to incoming residents.
• Follows physicians' standing orders in the delivery of medical treatments to residents.
• Respond to resident medical request forms; assess residents for medical care.
• Assists physicians and dentists with patient care and treatment.
• Orders patient medication from the contract pharmacy.
• Collects medical specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Review the activities of Juvenile Supervision Officers to ensure that standing orders are followed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Performs any other related duties as the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer/ Facility Administrator assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical screening protocols.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the nursing care of patients.
• Ability to prepare clear and precise reports.
• Ability to explain medical procedures, answer residents' questions, and relay information to other medical staff.
• Ability to communicate with medical staff, law enforcement, and residents who may have limited English skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Software.
• Must have experience in the use of office equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have a State of Texas Registered Nurse License.
• Must have at least two (2) years of work experience in nursing.
Supplemental Information
Complexity/Scope of Work
• Work consists of related specialized duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• Work involves frequent interdepartmental and public interaction with outside agencies, requiring considerable discretion, resourcefulness, and persuasiveness to achieve desired objectives.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally
• Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 5 pounds in all directions.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
Constantly
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Other Requirements/Information
• Must possess a valid and current driver's license.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.
Valid Texas Driver's License*
• If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• Ancillary products
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Employee Clinic*
• Vacation and sick leave
• Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
• Available to ALL employees
• *Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
01
What is your highest level of education?
• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Some College Hours
• Vocational Certificate
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree or higher
02
Do you have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution?
• Yes
• No
03
Do you have at least two (2) years of experience as a Nurse?
• Yes
• No
04
Do you possess a current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Texas Board of Nursing?
• Yes
• No
05
Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license.
• Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.
06
Are you a current or former Webb County employee?
• Yes
• No
07
If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.
08
Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.
Required Question
Qualifications
- • Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures
- • Knowledge of medical terminology and medical screening protocols
- • Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the nursing care of patients
- • Ability to prepare clear and precise reports
- • Ability to explain medical procedures, answer residents' questions, and relay information to other medical staff
- • Ability to communicate with medical staff, law enforcement, and residents who may have limited English skills in English and Spanish
- • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language
- • Must be proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Software
- • Must have experience in the use of office equipment
- • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
- • Must have a State of Texas Registered Nurse License
- • Must have at least two (2) years of work experience in nursing
- • Adjusting or moving objects up to 5 pounds in all directions
- • Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business
- • Working in small and/or enclosed spaces
- • Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds
- • Must possess a valid and current driver's license
- • The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position
- • Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required
- • This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply
- • Valid Texas Driver's License*
- • If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment
- • Less than High School
- • High School Diploma or G.E.D
- • Some College Hours
- • Vocational Certificate
- • Associates Degree
- • Bachelor's Degree
- • Master's Degree
- • Doctoral Degree or higher
- • Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
- • Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license
- • Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license
- • No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license
- • Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
- • Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire
- • No, I would not be able to provide required documentation
Benefits
- • Salary: $83,200.00 Annually
- • Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees
- • Medical Insurance
- • Dental Insurance
- • Vision Insurance
- • Wellness Program
- • Life Insurance
- • Ancillary products
- • Employee Assistance Program*
- • Employee Clinic*
- • Vacation and sick leave
- • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- • Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
- • Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
- • Available to ALL employees
- • *Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
Responsibilities
- • This position will perform professional, technical, and administrative nursing duties, providing nursing care to the residents of the Webb County Youth Village Juvenile
- • Provides basic medical care to residents, responds to emergencies, and monitors residents' health status and progress over time
- • Performs resident screenings to ascertain medical and mental health histories and determines the need for special referrals
- • Researches and prepares referrals based on diagnosis
- • Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries
- • Administers medications and injections in accordance with nursing standards of care
- • Monitors the administration of medications
- • Reviews and maintains documented medication forms
- • Prepares residents for transfer to hospitals as required
- • Prepares and administers tuberculosis tests and COVID tests to incoming residents
- • Follows physicians' standing orders in the delivery of medical treatments to residents
- • Respond to resident medical request forms; assess residents for medical care
- • Assists physicians and dentists with patient care and treatment
- • Orders patient medication from the contract pharmacy
- • Collects medical specimens for laboratory analysis
- • Review the activities of Juvenile Supervision Officers to ensure that standing orders are followed correctly and in a timely manner
- • Performs any other related duties as the Chief Juvenile Probation Officer/ Facility Administrator assigned
- • Work consists of related specialized duties
- • Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position
- • Work involves frequent interdepartmental and public interaction with outside agencies, requiring considerable discretion, resourcefulness, and persuasiveness to achieve desired objectives
- • Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
- • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
- • Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
- • Communicating with others to exchange information
- • Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- • Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
- • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing