Licensed Practical Nurse

VitalCore Health Strategies; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to correctional healthcare as a Licensed Practical Nurse. In this PRN role, you will deliver quality nursing care and monitor patients at Brown County Jail in Green Bay. Enjoy a positive work environment that values hard work and dedication, along with a $3,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days and a night shift differential. This opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on the health of individuals while working in a supportive team atmosphere. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to providing quality care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus

$4.00 Night Shift Differential

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality care as per the local state nurse practice act.
• Monitor patients and report changes to medical staff.
• Administer medications and document actions in medical records.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nursing

CPR Certification

Patient Monitoring

Medication Administration

Wound Care

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has openings for PRNLicensed Practical Nursesat Brown County Jail inGreen Bay, WI! $3,000 Sign on Bonus after 90 days!! $4.00 Night Shift Differential!!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEPOSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or other practitioner.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.
• Implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice
• setting).
• Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.
• Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.
• Administers medications to offenders.
• Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.
• Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.
• Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.
• Other nursing duties as assigned by facility

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSESCHEDULE

• PRN
• Nights

We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, Correctional Healthcare, Nurse

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Nights: 5:00pm-5:30am ($4.00 Shift Differential)

PRN Days or Nights