PRN LPN — Impactful Correctional Health Care in MA

VITALCARE MEDICAL PRACTICE; East Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN/per-diem coverage at a Gardner, MA correctional facility. The LPN delivers nursing care within state rules, administers medications, and monitors patients under supervision, documenting actions in MAR and medical records.

The role requires active LPN licensure, CPR certification, and ongoing competency training. A supportive team environment and benefit considerations accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.
• Implements nursing care within the LPN's scope of practice.
• Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on patient needs, focusing on health promotion, maintenance, and restoration.
• Caress for wounds with appropriate cleaning/bandaging.
• Administers medications to offenders.
• Provides care for multiple patients as directed by medical leadership.
• Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.
• Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.
• Other nursing duties as assigned by facility.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Care planning

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN/per-diem coverage at a Gardner, MA correctional facility. The LPN delivers nursing care within state rules, administers medications, and monitors patients under supervision, documenting actions in MAR and medical records.

The role requires active LPN licensure, CPR certification, and ongoing competency training. A supportive team environment and benefit considerations accompany this opportunity.