LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Baldwin Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Training

Employee Discounts

Job summary

A correctional services provider in Baldwin Township is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support detainees' health care needs. In this role, you will develop nursing care plans, assess physical health, and provide comprehensive nursing care while ensuring security protocols. The ideal candidate will hold an active LPN license and have excellent diagnostic skills, empathy, and the ability to work independently. A competitive benefits package including health and retirement options will be offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state.
• Two years of direct work experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow through with treatment.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Develop nursing care plans with guidance from the RN.
• Perform complete physical assessment and medical history.
• Provide nursing care within your capacity and refer other medical problems.
• Administer prescribed medications as instructed.
• Evaluate patients' symptoms and progress and report problems.
• Securely administer medications, prevent drug hoarding/trafficking.
• Follow industry and company accreditation policies.
• Document detainee/inmate contacts and keep records confidential.

Skills

Excellent diagnostic skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Medical emergencies

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current LPN license

Job description

Benefits Information

Shift Differentials Available

$2 per hr. for Weekday Nights & Weekend Days
$3 per hr. for weekend Nights

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the implementation and evaluation of the detainees/inmates' health care needs and provides comprehensive nursing care while observing and maintaining the requirements of security.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop nursing care plans with guidance from the RN.
• Perform complete physical assessment and medical history.
• Provide nursing care within your capacity and refer other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
• Make sure prescribed medications are administered as instructed.
• Periodically evaluate patients' symptoms, reactions, and progress, and report problems to management.
• Securely administer medication, taking precautions against drug hoarding and trafficking.
• Follow industry and company accreditation policies.
• Document all detainee/inmate contacts and keep medical records confidential.

Qualifications

Competencies Required: Excellent diagnostic skills, patience, and natural empathy are all key qualities we look for. Our employees feel proud to play a role in our patients' re-entry to society.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
• Two (2) years of direct work experience preferred.
• Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care.
• Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

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