Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare, Inc.; Clayton (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K and Roth with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Generous paid time off

Free continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Clayton, Alabama. In this role, you will provide critical healthcare for individuals in the Ventress Correctional Facility. Your responsibilities will include performing assessments, administering medications, and providing patient education.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, and you will receive comprehensive training. The position offers various benefits including health insurance, 401K contributions, and paid time off from day one.

Qualifications

• Actively state certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and interview patients about health issues.
• Maintain medical records and enter information into electronic health records.
• Observe patient health and mental health status.
• Provide emergency first aid and patient education.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Wound care

Emergency first aid

Patient education

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Mental Health LPN to join our team of medical professionals in Clayton, Alabama, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Ventress Correctional Facility.

As a Correctional Nurse, 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 patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight
• Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
• Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds
• 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

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

• 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
• Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability 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.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran