Corrections Health LPN: Charge Nurse & Care Leader

State of Oklahoma; McLoud (OK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse position is based at Mabel Bassett Correctional Center/Medical under the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. The LPN provides technical nursing care, measures vital signs, administers medications, and assists the healthcare team in delivering safe, patient-centered services on site.

Level I and Level II salary bands apply, with non-negotiable pay. Applicants must hold a permanent Oklahoma LPN license and meet education requirements; travel and shift flexibility may

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, and theory.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control principles.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and follow instructions.
• Provide patient care within a licensed practical nurse scope.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing procedures under supervision.
• Assists in evaluating patient responses to care.
• Teaches basic nursing skills and administers medications as ordered.
• Records health status and reports to health team.
• Supervises staff on medication administration when needed.

Skills

Nursing techniques

Medical terminology

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN license

Oklahoma nursing board approval

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse position is based at Mabel Bassett Correctional Center/Medical under the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. The LPN provides technical nursing care, measures vital signs, administers medications, and assists the healthcare team in delivering safe, patient-centered services on site.

Level I and Level II salary bands apply, with non-negotiable pay. Applicants must hold a permanent Oklahoma LPN license and meet education requirements; travel and shift flexibility may