Night Shift LPN | Correctional Healthcare Pro

QCHC Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice Insurance provided by QCHC

Matching 401K

PayActiv for early access to pay

Referral Program

EAP Program

FinFit for Financial Wellness

Working Advantage Discount Program

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Quality Correctional Health Care seeks an LPN for PRN night shift in Hamilton County. The role delivers nursing care under physician direction in a correctional setting, handling emergencies, med orders, sick calls, and patient documentation.

Compensation includes an hourly base rate plus a $3 shift differential. Requirements include an active LPN/LVN license, CPR, and at least one year of clinical nursing experience; correctional health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Accredited vocational/technical school completion.
• Current and valid LPN/LVN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience.
• One year in a correctional health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond and intervene to all emergency situations.
• Conduct patient intake paperwork.
• Verify and obtain orders for patient medication.
• Conduct Sick Call clinic.
• Order and maintain supply of patient medications from pharmacy.
• Administer medications following nursing standards and correctional regulations.
• Complete and document ordered treatments, patient care, and collected labs.
• Assist provider with Chronic Care Clinic and provider sick call visits.
• Monitor, report and document changes in patient condition.
• Accurately document all patient information, nursing care and interventions.
• Ensure daily nursing tasks are completed within prescribed timeframe.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist with training and orientation of new personnel.
• Follow QCHC policies, procedures & guidelines.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Accredited Vocational/Technical School

Job description

Quality Correctional Health Care seeks an LPN for PRN night shift in Hamilton County. The role delivers nursing care under physician direction in a correctional setting, handling emergencies, med orders, sick calls, and patient documentation.

Compensation includes an hourly base rate plus a $3 shift differential. Requirements include an active LPN/LVN license, CPR, and at least one year of clinical nursing experience; correctional health experience is preferred.