Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

Naphcare, Inc.; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Flexible dental & vision

Low-cost benefits

EAP

401K and Roth

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Full Time Night Shift LPN in Med Pass at Land O Lakes, Florida, serving residents of the Pasco County Detention Center. You will work with correctional officers to deliver timely care, administer medications, perform assessments, and document in TechCare EHR. New grads are encouraged to apply and training is provided to enter correctional healthcare.

We offer competitive salaries, day-one benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program.
• Active state LPN/LVN license.
• BLS CPR certification.
• Able to pass background check and drug screening.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and document health problems.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Administer medications and injections; monitor reactions.
• Maintain medical records in the TechCare EHR.
• Provide emergency first aid and patient education.
• Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, 7:00pm–7:30am.

Skills

LPN license

BLS CPR

Confidentiality

Code of Conduct

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Full Time Night Shift LPN in Med Passand to join our team of medical professionals inLand O Lakes, Floridawhere we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in thePasco County Detention Center.

As aCorrectional Licensed Practical 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 anLPN, 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
• Schedule:
  • 3x12 hour shifts, from 7:00pm-7:30am

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