Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift - Cherokee County Adult Detention Center

FirstClass Healthcare; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstClass Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center. The LPN will provide quality patient care, administer medications, perform assessments, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a dynamic correctional environment, making a significant impact on patient health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure within the State of Georgia required.
• Current BLS Certification preferred.
• One year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality patient care and recommends clinical improvement.
• Performs diagnostic tests and maintains clinical records.
• Administers medication and provides emergency first aid.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Diagnostic Testing

Clinical Record Management

Emergency Response

Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Strong Communication

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift - Cherokee County Adult Detention Center

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• Provides and delivers quality patient care within an assigned unit and recommends clinical quality improvement efforts.
• Performs diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments, vital signs, administers medication, and provides wound care and emergency first aid.
• Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.
• Provides individualized treatment plans, interventions and administer medications as directed by Health Care Practitioners.
• Collaborates with other healthcare team members to implement a plan of care and education to maintain health and prevent complications.
• Attends mandatory training sessions and staff meetings as needed.
• Assists with basic clinical tasks, including supporting other designated areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with leadership to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.
  
  

Brief Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides and delivers quality patient care within an assigned unit and recommends clinical quality improvement efforts.
• Performs diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments, vital signs, administers medication, and provides wound care and emergency first aid.
• Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.
• Provides individualized treatment plans, interventions and administer medications as directed by Health Care Practitioners.
• Collaborates with other healthcare team members to implement a plan of care and education to maintain health and prevent complications.
• Attends mandatory training sessions and staff meetings as needed.
• Assists with basic clinical tasks, including supporting other designated areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with leadership to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

• Knowledge and expertise in public health, and the diagnosis and treatment of individuals.
• Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment.
• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with patients, leadership, staff, the public and external partners.
• Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.
• Ability to quickly assess medical emergencies and implement appropriate interventions effectively and calmly.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, balancing medical care with security concerns.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-up and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
  
  

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Must have and maintain a current LPN licensure within the State of Georgia
• Must have and maintain a current BLS Certification
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of nursing experience in a clinical/medical setting
• Experience working in a correctional facility
  
  

Special Requirements: This position will be subject to a background check.

Physical Requirements: The position requires the ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds with prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting at a desk, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time.

Summary

ADA Disclaimer

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position adequately. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, unless it results in an undue hardship. All requests must be made to the Human Resources Department in writing.

First Class Healthcare Staffing Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a critical role in quality patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The LPN also provides patient education to prevent and manage medical conditions and improve the physical and psychosocial wellbeing of patients. The LPN will also assist with basic clinical tasks and may be assigned to support other areas in the facility as needed, in coordination with facility leadership. This position will report directly to a Registered Nurse.

About Us

FirstClass Healthcare (FCH) is a physician owned and operated Atlanta-based healthcare organization focused on delivering patient-centered care that specializes in treating patients with compassionate care through operational and clinical excellence. FCH is dedicated to providing exceptional care to a population who are most often in their greatest time of need.

Come join our world-class team of professionals to make a difference and be part of our mission, “Delivering Medically-Led Quality Care to People in Jails and Prisons”.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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