Licensed Practical Nurse: Indian Creek Correctional Center

Virginia Department of Corrections; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Indian Creek Correctional Center. This full-time role offers a salary range of $64,679-$83,931 annually, plus a $3,500 sign-on bonus or up to $10,000 in student loan repayment for eligible hires.

You will perform essential correctional nursing care under RN supervision and collaborate with security and treatment staff. The position requires Virginia LPN licensure, strong nursing fundamentals, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid unrestricted Virginia LPN license or multistate compact license; NCLEX-PN must be scheduled if recent VA graduate.
• Working knowledge of practical/general nursing care.
• Ability to document, follow providers’ orders and provide first aid.
• BLS certification required upon hire (AHA/ARC).

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care using the nursing process.
• Screen sick calls, administer medications, and provide first aid.
• Maintain medical records and coordinate with security and treatment staff.
• Promote continued competence through education/certification.
• Be flexible with hours/locations to meet institutional needs.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

BLS certification

Interdepartmental communication

Education

Virginia LPN license (or multistate compact)

Job description

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse: Indian Creek Correctional Center

State Role Title:Licensed Practical Nurse

Hiring Range: $31.10 - $40.35/hour

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:Indian Creek Correctional Ctr

Agency Website:https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $64,679-$83,931.
$3,500 Sign-On Bonus or up to 10K Student Loan Repayment may be available for eligible new hires.
LPNs provide evidence-based nursing care utilizing the nursing process, principles,
practices and techniques of general nursing care as determined by Standards of Practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Screens for sick call, administers medications, and provides first aid and basic life support to patients and employees as needed. Maintains open lines of communication with security and treatment staff while providing input and feedback to assist the facility provider in organizing a treatment plan. Records all pertinent information into the medical record. Interacts with other departments as needed. Promotes continued competence through education/certification with a focus on correctional nursing. Nurses must have the ability to work hours, days and locations as assigned along with being capable and available to provide coverage as needed to meet institutional needs. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Virginia Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) license issued by the board of nursing or a multi-state compact license (if you are a recent graduate of a nursing program in VA and not licensed, the NCLEX-PN exam must be scheduled at the time of application)
Working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of practical or general nursing care
Demonstrated ability to screen complaints of physical ailments and refer necessary cases to other medical professionals
Ability to maintain appropriate documentation, provide first aid, and carry out providers’ orders in applying treatments
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to administer practical nursing care
Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers with current certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) is required upon hire

Additional Considerations

Experience working in a Corrections or Law enforcement environment
Experience or related training in delivery of general nursing and emergency medical care

Special Instructions

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Adrieanna Vest-Turner

Phone: [phone]

Email: (804)-837-4588

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.