Licensed Practical Nurse

Primecare-Medical,-Inc.; Bloomfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Floating holidays

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care in the Perry County Prison in New Bloomfield, PA. The position reports to an RN and supports inmate health needs during shifts from 8:00 am to 8:30 pm as needed.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in electronic medical records, adherence to state and federal regulations, and collaboration with custody and medical staff to ensure quality care and safety for inmates and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in the state where the facility is located.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong patient assessment skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate clinical competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care under RN supervision and ensure proper information flow to staff.
• Maintain and update electronic medical records securely.
• Record and manage controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in compliance with laws.
• Conduct inmate/patient sick calls and deliver treatment per protocol.
• Observe, document symptoms and progress, and participate in the care plan.
• Record, retrieve, and file medical information in inmate/patient records.

Skills

LPN license

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Multitasking

Clinical competency

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for a dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in the medical department at the Perry County Prison located in New Bloomfield, PA. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under the supervision of an RN.

This is a PRN position working 8:00 am - 8:30 pm.

Job Responsibilities

• The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update, and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include:
• Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
• Conducting sick calls for inmates/patients and providing treatment for illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by the PCM Medical Director.
• Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of care.
• Record, retrieve, and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record.

Benefits

PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.

Additional Compensation

In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Sign-on Bonus and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.

(Please note that the pay range is not a sliding scale based on experience; it reflects the base pay as well as the differentials offered between shifts.)

Requirements

• Active LPN license in the state where the facility is located
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong patient assessment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrate clinical competency