LPN - Juvenile Health Care Navigator

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health, dental, and life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

State retirement plans

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks a qualified nurse to provide direct care to youths in secure facilities. You will administer medications, follow orders, document encounters, and contribute to health assessments and education for juveniles.

Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and staff, maintaining infection control, and supporting ongoing training of nursing personnel within a state juvenile justice setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a RN program approved by statute.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required in SC.
• Ability to follow health service protocols and policies.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer medications and treatments as ordered, per standing orders.
• Ensure follow-through of orders, coordinating with CNAs/medical assistants and arranging off-campus consultations.
• Provide health education to juveniles as needed.
• Maintain documentation using an electronic health record system.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary environment and follow infection control practices.
• Relieve a Health Care Coordinator as needed and assist physicians during visits.
• Assist in collecting specimens for labs or point-of-care testing.
• Conduct periodic health assessments of juveniles.
• Participate in orientation and training of nursing staff.
• Attend required meetings and trainings and perform related duties.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Infection control

Patient education

Documentation

Team collaboration

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Driver's license

Education

Registered nursing education program

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks a qualified nurse to provide direct care to youths in secure facilities. You will administer medications, follow orders, document encounters, and contribute to health assessments and education for juveniles.

Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and staff, maintaining infection control, and supporting ongoing training of nursing personnel within a state juvenile justice setting.