LPN – Inmate Care & Medication Administration

CoreCivic; Las Animas (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting in Colorado. You will join a team dedicated to service and public safety while meeting professional nursing standards.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, assisting physicians, medication administration, and maintaining secure medical records. A valid LPN license in CO and driving privileges are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as an LPN.
• Must be licensed in the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures.
• Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.

Skills

Nursing skills

Inmate care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting in Colorado. You will join a team dedicated to service and public safety while meeting professional nursing standards.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, assisting physicians, medication administration, and maintaining secure medical records. A valid LPN license in CO and driving privileges are required.