Licensed Practical Nurse LPN PT Jail

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 39,495 - 48,271; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401k plan

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care in a supportive environment. The role involves assessing patients' needs, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care for vulnerable populations. A commitment to making a difference in healthcare is essential. Candidates should have a nursing degree, relevant certifications, and a desire to grow in a mission-driven company. This part-time position offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Prefer a minimum of one year of clinical experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions.
• Implement treatment programs and administer medications.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and implement diet plans.
• Document nursing encounters and communicate with staff effectively.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings for professional development.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Diagnostic testing

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare.
Join us

Licensed Practical Nurse LPN PT Jail

Compensation Information: $28.67 - $35.04 / hour

Department (Org): Nursing

You Matter

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:

• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.

If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.

How you make a difference

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of RN(s), the LPN provides direction and guidance in patient education and activities that align with their education and demonstrated competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, assess patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
• Implement treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administer medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and perform diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
• Assist in medical or minor surgical procedures, implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and document nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high-quality patient care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Additional Details

0.3 FTE - One shift weekly 0630-1900, Rotating weekends, Rotating Holidays

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.