LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Rite of Passage; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company paid Life Insurance within 90d

401k match up to 6% after 1 year

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Tuscaloosa Academy for Growth and Change in Tuscaloosa, AL. The LPN will join the TAGC medical team to support health services for youth and staff, with opportunities for professional growth.

The nurse will administer immunizations, assist TB screening, vaccines, and general care, while training staff on health topics and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of Alabama is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Able to pass criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB tests.
• Able to pass the child and adult abuse registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Administer immunizations and assist with TB screening, flu vaccines, and general health maintenance.
• Assist with training staff on health care topics such as prevention of injuries, bloodborne pathogens, CPR, First Aid, and behavioral health.
• Assist in ordering supplies, pharmaceuticals, and medical equipment for the Medical team.

Skills

Detail oriented

Dedicated

Functional expert

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

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 at Tuscaloosa Academy for Growth and Change in Tuscaloosa, AL

TAGC is a secure residential program for at-risk female youth. Through our trained programming for staff, TAGC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school, vocational training program, medical and an outdoor recreation area. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay: $25 per hour

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

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What you will do: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a key member of the TAGC 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:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• current LPN licensure in the state of Alabama is required
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
• Must meet the requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having a valid Driver's License

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.

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

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

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Nursing.

Experience

Preferred

2 years: previous medical services administration, including demonstrated experience in operating and securing comprehensive health services programs.

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