Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Parchman (MS); On-site; USD 36,162 - 43,394; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

401K & Plan Matching

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time positions at the MS State Penitentiary in Parchman, MS. Ideal candidates will provide quality nursing care while adhering to state regulations, monitoring patients, and administering medications.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, active LPN license, and CPR certification. Flexible shift options available, along with competitive pay ranging from $26.25 to $31.50 hourly.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed in the state of employment.
• Possesses active CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care within LPN’s scope of practice.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes.
• Administer medications and document actions.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Medication Administration

Wound Care

Nursing Care Compliance

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Full Time Technical MS State Penitentiary, Parchman, MS, US

Salary Range: $26.25 To $31.50 Hourly

Benefits

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or other practitioner.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Part Time
• PRN
• Days and Nights, 12 hour Shifts

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

Essential Functions

• Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.
• Implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice setting).
• Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.
• Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.
• Administers medications to offenders.
• Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.
• Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.
• Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.
• Other nursing duties as assigned by facility

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.