LPN / RN Full Time Float (Northeast Indiana)

Quality Correctional Care; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)

$1,200 annual company HSA contribution

401K with a 4% company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Quality Correctional Care in Indiana seeks passionate nurses to provide comprehensive healthcare services within correctional facilities. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, administering medications, and responding to sick calls, ensuring high standards for health and safety.

The ideal candidate holds valid LPN or RN licensure along with CPR certification, and is capable of lifting and standing for long durations. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana or Compact LPN or RN licensure is required.
• Valid CPR certification and ability to perform life-saving measures.
• Physical capability to stand, lift, push, and pull as required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients.
• Administer medications and manage chronic care.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide patient education.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Knowledge of pharmacology

CPR certification

Emergency response skills

Education

Valid Indiana or Compact LPN or RN licensure

Job description

Overview

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is a mission-driven organization that provides medical and mental healthcare and addiction recovery services to justice-involved patients. Our approach to patient care is compassionate and holistic, emphasizing dignity, respect, and rehabilitation through effective healthcare. QCC aims to raise the standard for correctional healthcare to promote sustainable wellness and successful reintegration following release from incarceration. We are looking for passionate and driven professionals who appreciate a commitment to an important mission.

Why QCC

Mission and culture: deep commitment to our mission and prioritization of patient care; strong communication from the leadership team; advocacy and support from administration; team-member wellness initiatives to combat job-stress and burnout; transformative healthcare that makes a difference in communities where you live and work; cooperative and supportive team culture within the organization.

Nursing Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients by providing the following:
• Administer medications
• Perform medical intakes and assess if patient is fit for incarceration, as needed
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with the medical provider when needed
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider
• Performing 14-day physicals
• Managing chronic care
• Providing patient education on health concerns
• Responding to medical emergencies
• Be capable of performing life-saving measures and ability to take charge and give direction in an emergency
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including but not limited to drug reaction/overdose, formulary/non-formulary medications, and knowledge of medication costs
• Be able to provide insight and direction to Medically Trained Personnel, as needed
• Comply with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations

Location

Floating to various correctional facilities throughout the NE part of Indiana. Candidate must live in the state of Indiana or nearby in a neighboring state.

Shift Opening(s)

Availability for dayshift and nightshift. Travel accommodations provided with potential for a company vehicle, as well.

Requirements

• Valid Indiana or Compact LPN or RN licensure
• Valid CPR certification
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds

QCC’s Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)
• $1,200 annual company HSA contribution
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness
• Pet Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employer paid long term disability, AD&D, and a $50,000 life insurance policy
• 401K with a 4% company match