LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (Full-time)

City of Newport News; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newport News is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver essential medical care to juveniles in detention facilities under supervision by the Health Services Administrator. The role includes administering medications, obtaining medical histories, and coordinating with physicians and detention staff to ensure timely treatment.

Candidates should hold a valid LPN license and bring experience in clinical settings, with emphasis on patient safety, record keeping, and HIPAA

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with active state licensure.
• Experience in juvenile health care or detention settings preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and medical records management.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic medical care and treatment to juveniles in residential detention programs.
• Administer prescribed medications per physician directions and state guidelines.
• Record keeping of treatments and medications, ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, probation officers, and staff to address health needs.

Skills

Basic patient care

Med administration

Medical coordination

HIPAA compliance

Communication with families

Education

LPN license (state)

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Department: JUVENILE SERVICES D

Job Family: PROFESSIONAL

Target Hiring Range: $51,627.78 - $62,039.23 - Based on Experience

General Statement Of Responsibilities

Under close supervision, this position provides basic medical care and treatment to juveniles detained in the residential programs of the Department of Juvenile Services. Reports to the Health Services Administrator.

Essential Job Functions

Follows established medical protocol to provide basic medical care and treatment to Juvenile Detention residents to include assessing individual medical complaints, height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and vision. Obtains medical history, including possible allergies, chronic health problems, drug abuse, and other pertinent information. Confers with parents to obtain health insurance information.

Coordinates with physicians, other nurses, probation officers, social workers, therapists, parents, etc., regarding residents physical and emotional health matters. Administers first aid and appropriate routine medical treatments as directed by licensed physicians and in accordance with regulatory and licensing protocols. Makes appointments for residents with various health clinics, doctors offices, and makes determines urgency of care needed based on assessments; contacts physician for assistance and coordinates hospital emergency room visits when necessary.

Responsible for administering prescribed medications in accordance with the State Board of Pharmacy guidelines and physicians directions. Instructs detention supervisory staff in providing prescribed medication and treatment when licensed medical staff is not available. Monitors medication refill status and orders medication refills as needed.

Maintains a medical record for each Juvenile Detention resident in accordance with the Department of Juvenile Justice standards; maintains daily records of medication and treatment administered; ensures compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Performs other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the Citys Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of practical nursing theory, standard nursing protocol, state regulations, and the legal implications of nursing practice. Knowledge of basic nursing principles, standards, practices, and techniques. Knowledge of medications, their uses, and potential adverse effects, including narcotics, mood altering, and behavior control drugs. Knowledge of local healthcare facilities and resources, including but not limited to local hospitals, mental health agencies, and private physicians.

Training

• Knowledge of the principles, techniques and methods of adult education and training.