Licensed Vocational Nurse - Full Time

CHP Health; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CHP Health is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for Placer County Corrections in Roseville. This on-site, full-time role supports daily nursing care in a correctional facility.

You will work under supervision of RNs and physicians, manage MAR documentation, perform venipuncture/IV therapy, and participate in med administration and patient assessment. A California LVN license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LVN or LPN program.
• Current, unrestricted LVN license in California.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, structured and secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow established nursing processes and systems per policies and accreditation.
• Collaborate with HSA, DON, RNs, and healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Utilize EHR functions with minimal supervision and assist with staff training as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, custody personnel, patients, and leadership.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Obtain patient histories and vital signs; assist examinations and treatments; report changes promptly.
• Administer medications and document in MAR within the EHR.
• Perform venipuncture and IV therapy as authorized.
• Collect samples, specimens, and cultures as ordered by the provider.
• Assist with triage, sick call, minor procedures, and transcribe orders.

Skills

Nursing

CPR Certification

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

LVN/LPN program

Job description

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Placer County Corrections - Full-Time

Pay: $37.45 – $49.29/hr

Location: Roseville

Schedule :Day Shift (Mon,Tue,Wed/Sun, Mon, Tue)

Job Overview

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our healthcare team at Placer County Corrections. The LVN will provide high-quality nursing care within a correctional healthcare setting, working under the supervision of Registered Nurses and physicians to ensure safe, effective, and compliant patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established nursing processes and systems in accordance with company policies, procedures, performance standards, and accreditation requirements

• Collaborate with the Health Services Administrator (HSA), Director of Nursing (DON), Registered Nurses, and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care delivery

• Utilize all functions and applications of the electronic health record (EHR) relevant to the role with minimal supervision and assist with staff training as needed

• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, custody personnel, patients, and leadership, maintaining clear communication throughout all issue-resolution processes

• Provide nursing care in accordance with professional practice standards, applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies

• Obtain and document patient histories and vital signs; assist with examinations and treatments; and report changes in patient condition promptly

• Administer medications and document administration accurately in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) within the EHR

• Perform venipuncture and IV therapy as authorized by supervising clinical staff

• Collect samples, specimens, and cultures as ordered by the provider

• Assist with triage, sick call, minor procedures, and transcribe therapeutic orders as directed by providers

• Initiate and document prescribed protocol treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures

• Support evaluation of clinical services and assist in developing systems to improve patient care and safety

• Participate in continuing education requirements and maintain compliance with NCCHC and other applicable standards

• Demonstrate professionalism by maintaining objectivity, emotional control under pressure, integrity, and a positive work environment

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as required for contract compliance

• Escalate critical clinical or operational issues to the appropriate level of management in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program

• Current, unrestricted LVN license in the State of California

• Current CPR certification required

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience preferred

• Correctional healthcare experience strongly preferred

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, structured, and secure environment

Work Environment

• On-site position within a correctional facility

• Must be comfortable working in a secure and highly structured healthcare setting

Work Location: In Person