Licensed Practical Nurse

General; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k match

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. You will join a medical team dedicated to the health care of youth, providing immunizations, screenings, and health maintenance for students aged 12-18.

The role requires a state LPN license, a high school diploma, and at least two years of medical services administration experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current LPN license in the state of employment.
• Minimum two years of medical services administration experience.
• Pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide general health care for students within the LPN scope of practice.
• Administer immunizations and assist with TB screening and flu vaccines.
• Train staff on health care topics such as prevention of injuries, bloodborne pathogens, CPR and First Aid.
• Assist in ordering supplies, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment for the medical team.

Skills

Empathetic

Patient

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville, Tennessee

The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center is located in Downtown Nashville, right next to the Tennessee Titans stadium, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for at-risk youth. As part of our team, you’ll help provide care and supervision for young individuals awaiting trial, offering a mix of education, counseling, medical and recreation services. You’ll monitor activities, document behavior, and assist in various programs to support the growth and development of youth aged 12-18. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and ensuring safety and security, we want you to be part of our team!

Pay: $30-$34/hr

Perks & Benefits: Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance within 90 days, choice of Supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and increased Life Insurance, eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment, 9 Recognized Holidays, Free Meals on shift and more!

What you will do: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a key member of the D.C.J.D.C. medical team, and provides for the general health care of students within the scope of your license. This may include administering immunizations, assisting with TB screen, flu vaccines, and the overall health maintenance of students and staff. As an LPN, you will also assist with training employees regarding relevant health care topics such as prevention of sports injuries, blood borne pathogens, CPR, First Aid, and behavioral disorders. This position assists in ordering supplies, pharmaceuticals, and other medical equipment for the medical team.

To be considered you should:

Have a High School diploma or equivalent and possess a current Licensed Practical Nursing Credential from the state in which employed. Have a minimum of two years of previous medical services administration, including demonstrated experience in operating and securing comprehensive health services programs. Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Job Security : Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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