Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)

NaphCare, Inc.; Union Springs (AL); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Prescription coverage

401K and Roth

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Continuing education

Zusammenfassung

NaphCare in Union Springs, AL hires LPNs to join our team of medical professionals caring for inmates at Bullock Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Nurse, you’ll work with correctional officers to provide care, perform assessments, administer meds, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies.

New grads are encouraged to apply—we’ll train you in correctional healthcare. Join a mission-driven organization with competitive salaries, day-one benefits, and pathways for career

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred).
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able 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.

Aufgaben

• Perform patient assessments and obtain medical history.
• Take vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
• Provide wound care and bandaging.
• Administer medications and monitor reactions.
• Maintain electronic health records (TechCare).
• Observe patient and mental health status.
• Provide emergency first aid.
• Education and discharge planning.

Kenntnisse

LPN

Confidentiality

Integrity

Code of conduct

Background check

Ausbildung

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or GED

Active LPN/LVN license

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

NaphCare is hiriring LPNs to join our team of medical professionals in Union Springs, AL, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in theBullock 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

As an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• 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

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• 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
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able 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

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube

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