LPN Consult Coordinator — Corrections Health Navigator

VITALCARE MEDICAL PRACTICE; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Animal/Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program and Disc.

401K

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS) seeks a LPN / Consult Coordinator at Sussex Community Correctional Center in Georgetown, DE. The role combines clinical nursing with care coordination to support inmates requiring specialized care beyond the facility's capabilities.

Responsibilities include documenting medical histories, coordinating with external providers, administering medications, and contributing to preventive care while adhering to correctional environment protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for patients.
• Act as liaison between the facility's medical team and external providers to coordinate care.
• Conduct initial health assessments for newly arrived inmates.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Provide basic health education on hygiene, medication management and preventive care.
• Respond to medical emergencies and assist with CPR when needed.
• Perform wound care and monitor healing progress.
• Regularly monitor vital signs and report changes to the medical team.
• Coordinate scheduling and record-keeping with the medical team and external providers.
• Ensure proper labeling and secure storage of medications.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program

Current LPN license in Delaware

Active CPR certification

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS) seeks a LPN / Consult Coordinator at Sussex Community Correctional Center in Georgetown, DE. The role combines clinical nursing with care coordination to support inmates requiring specialized care beyond the facility's capabilities.

Responsibilities include documenting medical histories, coordinating with external providers, administering medications, and contributing to preventive care while adhering to correctional environment protocols.