Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team at the Mahoning County Jail in Youngstown, OH. The LPN delivers quality care within the scope of practice, supporting detainees and staff in a correctional health care setting.

The position offers PRN scheduling with day and night shifts. Ideal candidates graduate from an LPN program, are licensed in Ohio, hold CPR certification, and understand state regulations governing practice.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Care for multiple patients as directed by Medical Director, DON, or RN.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to medical staff.
• Administer medications to offenders.
• Document actions in the MAR and medical records.
• Cares for wounds with proper cleaning and dressing.
• Assist in development and implementation of teaching plans.

Skills

CPR certification

State practice act knowledge

Clinical competencies

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Ohio!

We're people fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has openings for a Licensed Practical Nurses at Mahoning County Jail in Youngstown, OH.

Looking for a rewarding career with competitive wages?

At VitalCore, we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) 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.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) SCHEDULE:

• PRN
• Day shift (6am-6pm)
• Night Shift (6pm-6am)

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) 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.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) 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 the 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.

Keywords: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Facility, Nurse. nursing, healthcare, PRN, Youngstown, Ohio, OH, Mahoning County