Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)

NaphCare, Inc.; Clayton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance (day

Prescription drugs covered from day 1

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Life insurance at no cost to employee

Generous PTO and holidays

Free continuing education

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring LPNs/LVNs to join our team at the Ventress Correctional Facility in Clayton, Alabama. You will provide comprehensive nursing care in a secured environment, including assessments, medication administration, wound care, and chronic disease management.

New grads are encouraged to apply as we offer training in correctional healthcare, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN/LVN license in the state.
• BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse patients including those with mental health or substance issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and interviews to determine health problems and medication history.
• Take vital signs: blood pressure, temperature, weight.
• Provide wound care, cleaning and dressing injuries.
• Administer medications including injections and monitor reactions.
• Maintain medical records in the TechCare EHR system.
• Monitor patient health and mental health status.
• Provide emergency first aid as needed.
• Educate patients and plan discharge/release care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Wound care

Emergency response

Medical records entry

Diversity communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

High school diploma or GED

BLS CPR Certification

Tools

TechCare EHR

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Clayton, Alabama, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Ventress Correctional Facility.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight
• Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
• Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds
• Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare
• Observing patient health and mental health status
• Providing emergency first aid
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Actively state certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I'll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran