Licensed Practical Nurse (82288)

Centurion Health; Wewahitchka (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education benefits

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join the team at Gulf Correctional Institution in Wewahitchka, FL. The role covers the day shift (6:30AM-7PM) with rotating weekends and involves providing holistic nursing care to incarcerated patients under supervision.

The LPN must hold Florida licensure and CPR certification, and be able to obtain security clearance including background checks. Join a dedicated correctional health team in a rewarding setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Florida LPN license.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to obtain security clearance including drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to incarcerated patients under RN and medical staff.
• Respond to physical and behavioral health needs within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with RNs and psychiatric staff to coordinate care.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Florida LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: FL, Wewahitchka - Gulf Correctional Institution - Wewahitchka, FL 32465

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nursing Professional & Support

Pay Rate: $29-$32/hr

Centurion is proud to be the provider of medical and mental health services to the Florida Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Gulf Correctional Institution located in Wewahitchka, Florida.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Medical) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of Registered Nurses (RN) and medical and psychiatric staff, to respond to a range of physical and behavioral health needs.

Qualifications

• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Corrections experience not required
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Available Shift: Days, 6:30AM-7PM; rotating weekends

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.