Licensed Practical Nurse

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Rio Vista (MA); On-site; USD 63,473 - 77,578; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Massachusetts is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care in a correctional facility. The role includes assisting with clinical duties, managing medications, and providing health counseling. Candidates must hold a current LPN license and have a minimum of three years of experience. Shifts may vary, and applicants must be able to work weekends and holidays. This position offers a starting salary of approximately $70,825.67 annually, plus benefits, under a collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of LPN experience preferred.
• Prior experience in correctional settings is preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with clinical duties.
• Monitor and manage medication and treatment plans.
• Provide nursing services for the Medication Assisted Treatment program.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Management

Communication

Time Management

Education

Current LPN license issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job description

Overview

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Job Description - Licensed Practical Nurse (220006CT)

Licensed Practical Nurse - ( 220006CT )

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) is seeking qualified Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work in a correctional setting on the 3:00PM to 11:00PM and the 11:00PM to 7:00AM shifts. The MSO provides 24-hour care to inmates and detainees at Middlesex Jail & House of Correction in Billerica, MA. Applicants must be able to work on any shift (7:00AM-3:00PM; 3:00PM-11:00PM; and 11:00PM-7:00AM when necessary) and on weekends and holidays. The position is under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator (HSA) or designee in the MSO Health Services Unit (HSU) and is classified within a collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

• Assisting physicians with all in-house clinical duties;
• Performing emergency services as necessary;
• Dispensing medication as directed;
• Accounting for medication, supplies and equipment located in work area;
• Making appropriate entries into infirmary log;
• Conferring with other shifts regarding patients and other infirmary activities;
• Providing nursing services to clients through all phases of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program;
• Monitoring opioid withdrawal symptoms utilizing the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) and the Subjective Opiate Withdrawal Scales (SOWS). Performing Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol Scale (CIWAS) as needed;
• Provide individual and group health counseling to clients and families as needed;
• Closely coordinating with local pharmacies around MAT client medications;
• Maintaining records and overseeing program-specific treatment plans for each client;
• Other work duties as assigned by the Health Services Administrator or designee.

Working Conditions

• Based in a correctional facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
• Must be able to work on varied shifts (7:00AM-3:00PM; 3:00PM-11:00PM; and 11:00PM-7:00AM when necessary), weekends, nights, holidays and subject to being forced to work over 8 hours depending on operational needs within the MSO HSU;
• The applicant may be required to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress; stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry heavy objects; restrain inmates/detainees in accordance with policy; work under exposure to adverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts;
• Minimum of three (3) years of LPN experience preferred;
• Prior experience in a correctional or similar setting also preferred;
• Ability to participate in professional development activities both on and off-site;
• Work independently, as well as, and with other internal departments in a fast paced environment and execute close attention to detail;
• Strong written, communication, organizational, analytical, problem-solving and time-management skills;
• Ability to complete multiple projects in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining comprehensive and cohesive records.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Must have an active valid driver’s license and the right to legally operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts and pass a criminal background check.

Salary and How to Apply

Salary: Starting annual salary from $70,825.67 plus additional benefits included per the collective bargaining agreement. Interested candidates can review this job posting at www.middlesexsheriff.org and may submit a cover letter and resume via email to [e-mail].

Official Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Additional Information

Location: United States-Massachusetts-Billerica-269 Treble Cove Road

Job: Medical Services

Agency: Sherrif's Dept Middlesex

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Night

Job Posting: May 18, 2022, 1:52:31 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 66,544.61 - 66,544.61 Yearly

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