LPN - Correctional Health Clinic (Weekend Diff)

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend differential

Night differential

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a licensed Registered Nurse to deliver health care inside a correctional facility. You will conduct health screenings, administer medications, document care, assist physicians, and coordinate with other professionals to meet inmate health needs.

Requirements include an active SC nursing license (or compact state) and BLS certification. The role offers base pay with incentives, weekend and night differentials, and a 24/7 clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a registered nursing education program or equivalent per South Carolina requirements.
• Active nursing license in South Carolina or a qualifying compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health screenings during sick call using standing orders or MD referrals.
• Administer and document medication as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting.
• Document all health care rendered on the medical records.
• Assist Physician as needed.
• Transcribe all MD orders from medical records.
• Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer.
• Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions.
• Maintain 40 hours of in-service education per year including mandatory in-services and CPR certification.
• Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees.
• Participate in inmate health education and collaborate with correctional staff to meet health needs.

Education

Nursing education program (SC requirements)

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a licensed Registered Nurse to deliver health care inside a correctional facility. You will conduct health screenings, administer medications, document care, assist physicians, and coordinate with other professionals to meet inmate health needs.

Requirements include an active SC nursing license (or compact state) and BLS certification. The role offers base pay with incentives, weekend and night differentials, and a 24/7 clinic environment.