MAT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance (day

Prescriptions free of charge (day one)

401K and Roth with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Medication Assisted Treatment LPN to join our Marion County Jail medical team, providing care to incarcerated individuals in a controlled environment. This role collaborates with correctional officers and medical staff to ensure safe, evidence-based MAT delivery and comprehensive patient care.

New grads are encouraged to apply — we’ll train you in correctional healthcare. NaphCare offers competitive salaries, robust benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required).
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for MAT, including medical history, substance use history, mental health evaluation, and physical examination.
• Administering MAT medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosing, and monitoring for adverse effects and drug interaction.
• Educating patients about MAT medications, potential side effects, and the importance of medication adherence, addressing misconceptions and stigma.
• Monitoring patients in the induction, stabilization, and phases of treatment patient ensuring adherence to the program.
• Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare.
• Observing patient health and mental health status.
• Providing emergency first aid.
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Emergency response

Confidentiality

Education

LPN/LVN license

High school diploma or GED

BLS CPR Certification

Tools

TechCare EHR

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) LPNto join our team of medical professionals in Marion County Jail, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Marion County Jail.

As a Correctional Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) LPN, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

*New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare! *

Responsibilities

As an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for MAT, including medical history, substance use history, mental health evaluation, and physical examination
• Administering MAT medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosing, and monitoring for adverse effects and drug interaction
• Educating patients about MAT medications, potential side effects, and the importance of medication adherence, addressing misconceptions and stigma
• Monitoring patients in the induction, stabilization, and phases of treatment patient ensuring adherence to the program
• Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare
• Observing patient health and mental health status
• Providing emergency first aid
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, and I’ll be in touch. [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube

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