Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - Full Time Evenings

Naphcare, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Prescriptions free

401K and Roth with company contrib.

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Tucson, Arizona team at the Pima County Detention Center. This full-time evening role offers steady work and a $3 shift differential.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies, while documenting in TechCare. Requirements include LPN license, BLS/CPR, background check, and ability to work in a correctional setting; benefits include health, retirement, tuition

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Active state license as LVN/LPN.
• BLS CPR certification required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to conduct policies.
• Pass background check and drug screening.

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 planning

Skills

BLS CPR Certification

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High School Diploma or GED

Active LVN/LPN state certification

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of medical professionals in Tucson, Arizona, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Pima County Detention Center. We currently have a Full Time Evening position available!

Pay rates range from $34.11-$36.00 per hour plus a $3.00 shift differential for evening shifts.

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.

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 required)
• 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