Licensed Practical Nurse — Inmate Care Specialist

CoreCivic; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Youngstown, OH is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting, under physician supervision and with meticulous medical records.

Responsibilities include applying nursing skills, attending sick calls, dispensing medications, and ensuring medication security. CoreCivic is Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. A valid LPN license in Ohio and a current driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Must be licensed in the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures.
• Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.

Skills

LPN

Nursing

Education

LPN license

Job description

CoreCivic in Youngstown, OH is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting, under physician supervision and with meticulous medical records.

Responsibilities include applying nursing skills, attending sick calls, dispensing medications, and ensuring medication security. CoreCivic is Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. A valid LPN license in Ohio and a current driver's license are required.