LPN - Corrections Health: Impactful Patient Care

Austin Community College; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Chatham County Jail. The LPN plays a critical role in delivering quality patient care, performing assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must be licensed in Georgia and possess a current BLS Certification. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred. This role demands effective communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a correctional environment.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a current LPN licensure within the State of Georgia.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment.
• Experience working in a clinical/medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality patient care within an assigned unit.
• Performs diagnostic tests and patient assessments.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to implement a plan of care.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Strong written and oral communication

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Austin Community College is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Chatham County Jail. The LPN plays a critical role in delivering quality patient care, performing assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must be licensed in Georgia and possess a current BLS Certification. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred. This role demands effective communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a correctional environment.