LPN: Inmate Care & Crisis Response Nurse

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Secured Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support inmate healthcare services. You will work alongside the RN to develop care plans, perform assessments, and administer medications in a secure environment.

Minimum requirements include an active LPN license and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. You will also document medical records and maintain strict confidentiality in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current LPN license in the facility state.
• Two years of direct work experience as an LPN preferred.
• Ability to perform crisis intervention and medical/psychiatric nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Develop nursing care plans with guidance from RN.
• Peripheral physical assessments and medical history reviews.
• Administer prescribed medications as instructed.
• Document detainee health records and maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with RN and physicians for follow-up care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Medical emergencies

Physical assessment

Psychiatric nursing care

Nursing documentation

Education

LPN license (state-specific)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

GEO Secured Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support inmate healthcare services. You will work alongside the RN to develop care plans, perform assessments, and administer medications in a secure environment.

Minimum requirements include an active LPN license and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. You will also document medical records and maintain strict confidentiality in a correctional setting.