Correctional Health LPN: Make a Difference

Naphcare, Inc.; Columbiana (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Prescriptions free of charge

401K and Roth with company contrib.

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Paid time off & holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Term life insurance

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals at the Alabama Therapeutic Education Facility in Columbiana, AL, where we manage healthcare for incarcerated individuals.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will perform assessments, administer meds, monitor chronic conditions, and respond to emergencies alongside correctional staff in a secure setting. New grads welcome; we provide training in correctional healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Actively state certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history.
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
• Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas.
• Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds.
• Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare.
• Observing patient health and mental health status.
• Providing emergency first aid
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Skills

BLS CPR Certification

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality & professionalism

Ability to interact with diverse backg

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or GED

LPN/LVN state certification

Tools

TechCare EHR

Job description

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals at the Alabama Therapeutic Education Facility in Columbiana, AL, where we manage healthcare for incarcerated individuals.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will perform assessments, administer meds, monitor chronic conditions, and respond to emergencies alongside correctional staff in a secure setting. New grads welcome; we provide training in correctional healthcare.