Correctional LPN Nurse — Competitive Pay & Benefits

QCHC Inc; Jasper (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice Insurance provided by QCHC

Matching 401K

PayActiv for early access to pay

Referral Program

EAP Program

FinFit for Financial Wellness

Working Advantage Discount Program

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Quality Correctional Health Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing services in a correctional environment under physician direction. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, documenting patient information, and following correctional regulations.

The position offers shift differential and opportunities to participate in inmate health education. Location is Walker Co, AL.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an Accredited Vocational/Technical School.
• Current and valid LPN or LVN license.
• Current CPR.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a health care setting as an LPN.
• One year of experience in a correctional health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take and document vital signs.
• Assist with activities of daily living for inmates in clinic beds.
• Assess and report changes in patient's condition.
• Obtain patient history.
• Assist with examinations and/or treatments and document correctly.
• Implement triage/sick-call procedures designed for the facility.
• Administer medications in accordance with nursing standards and correctional regulations.
• Accurately document all patient information, nursing assessments and interventions.
• Read and comply with new standards, correctional regulations and/or directives.
• Actively participate in inmate health education program.
• Complete all assignments within the prescribed time frame.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment in the workplace including patient rooms.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

CPR

Clinical experience

Patient confidentiality

Education

Accredited Vocational/Technical School

LPN or LVN license

Job description

Quality Correctional Health Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing services in a correctional environment under physician direction. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, documenting patient information, and following correctional regulations.

The position offers shift differential and opportunities to participate in inmate health education. Location is Walker Co, AL.