Correctional LPN: Part-Time & PRN Day Nurse

Naphcare, Inc.; Childersburg (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring LPNs/LVNs to join our team at the Childersburg, AL facility, offering Part Time and PRN Day shifts.

As a Correctional Nurse, you’ll work with correctional officers and medical staff to care for residents in a secure setting, performing assessments, medication administration, and health management. New grads are encouraged to apply as we train in the exciting field of 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.

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.

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or GED

State license as LVN/LPN

BLS CPR Certification

Job description

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring LPNs/LVNs to join our team at the Childersburg, AL facility, offering Part Time and PRN Day shifts.

As a Correctional Nurse, you’ll work with correctional officers and medical staff to care for residents in a secure setting, performing assessments, medication administration, and health management. New grads are encouraged to apply as we train in the exciting field of correctional healthcare.