Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Correctional Health

Ramsey-County,-Mn; Minnesota; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Ramsey County is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the correctional health team at the Law Enforcement Center. This is a 0.8 FTE position under direct supervision to provide nursing services, administer medications, injections, and perform diagnostic tests within the correctional setting.

The role involves collaborating with on-site healthcare and custody staff, monitoring patient conditions, and ensuring accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a practical nursing program approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
• One year of LPN experience.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota and CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients per treatment plans including vital signs, wound care, injections, and prescribed meds.
• Order, administer and monitor medications and document issues such as non-compliance or missed doses.
• Make decisions in emergencies, coordinate with custody staff and reference supervising nurses.
• Prepare transfer summaries, process sick calls, and assist in discharge planning.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Injections/Immunizations

Lab specimen collection

Education

Practical nursing program

Job description

The current vacancy is at the Law Enforcement Center. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department. This is a 0.8 FTE vacancy.

Under direct supervision assist the Registered Nurse – Correctional Health in the provision of nursing services by carrying out prescribed treatments including administering medications, injections, and/or immunizations and performing various diagnostic or preventive screening tests. Works collaboratively with the on-site healthcare team and correctional personnel to perform job specific functions unique to the correctional environment and inmate population; and to perform related duties as assigned.

1. Provide direct care to patients according to treatment plans, such as checking vital signs, monitoring blood glucose, dressing wounds, administering injections and oral medications, and any other ordered treatments within scope of practice; and monitor the status of mental health patients, making appropriate notifications and referrals. Collect (which includes venipuncture), prepare, and perform designated laboratory tests, such as, but not limited to blood tests, urinalysis, and other diagnostic tests as ordered.
2. Order, administer and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed. Report and address medication issues, to include non-compliance, missed doses, patient movement, and medications not received.
3. Make immediate decisions in emergencies, summoning assistance as needed. Coordinate such decisions with on-site custody staff, prepare emergency paperwork, call report to receiving facility, and make referrals to supervisors as directed.
4. Participate in daily healthcare unit functions not already described, such as preparing transfer summaries, collecting and processing sick call requests, facilitating discharge process, packing discharge medications, and preparing for procedures; prepare written records and reports, update charts containing information on treatments, procedures administered to patients and observations regarding their condition.
5. Clean and disinfect medical equipment, order and receive medication and supplies, and stock cabinets for oncoming shift; performing emergency equipment checks and completing narcotic and sharp counts.
6. Assist in the assessment of nursing needs of patients by collecting and recording data in order to identify problems, symptoms, and physical, behavioral and psychological changes; educate patients and reinforce the instructions of nurses in use of medications and potential side effects, special diet considerations, brace and cast care, crutch walking, dressing changes, preventive health care and home safety.
7. Consult with interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans; recommend changes in patient care plans to nurses and physicians based on patient observation.

The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.

Education

Completion of a practical nursing program approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.

Experience

One year of LPN experience.

Certifications/Licensure

Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota. Current CPR/BLS certification.

Substitution

None.

Eligible List

The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as an LPN. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for three months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veteran's Preference

This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks

All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation

Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.