Registered Nurse

DirectShifts; Tutwiler (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DirectShifts in Mississippi Tutwiler is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to perform basic nursing duties, follow physician orders, manage pill calls, assist in examinations, and document care within licensure scope.

You will help maintain medical records, prepare exam rooms, handle medications, and support the medical team while ensuring patient safety and compliance with facility policies.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of employment.
• Graduate from an approved school of nursing with an LPN certificate.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with evaluating the provision of all medical services to prevent inappropriate duplication.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior.
• Inspect the medical unit for contraband; securely store or dispose of supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain standard records and logs, filing and organizing reports in a timely manner.
• Read and interpret medical and regulatory documents, including orders and instructions.
• Respond to lawsuits as needed and participate in court appearances when required; review charts and treatment status.
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors and the public, with tact and fairness.
• Assist in evaluating safety requirements to provide a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Support accreditation efforts by providing necessary documentation and procedures.
• Prepare safety and accident reports and take action in emergencies.
• Escort inmates/residents to medical treatment areas as needed.
• Assist with investigations by gathering information and interviewing involved parties.

Education

LPN credential

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the performances of basic nursing duties to include execution of physician orders, operation of pill call, operation of sick call, and assisting the physician in examinations and treatments and performs technical/clinical procedures within the scope of his/her license. Assists in the professional management of the facility medical department Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment. Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures. Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures. Perform emergency procedures as needed Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods. Document and report activities in accordance with established policies and/or procedures including medical file documentation.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with evaluating the provision of all medical services to prevent the inappropriate use of duplication of those services.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior.
• Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmates/residents; securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary and/or operational records, reports and logs, using appropriate grammar, to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling; review reports and records produced on the shifts; properly processes all reports and documents in a timely manner.
• Read, comprehend and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions and commitment orders.
• Respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings, when necessary; conduct research of charts; review status of inmates/residents with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment.
• Communicate effectively and coherently to administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors and the general public, particularly in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness and good judgment.
• Help evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment for both patients and staff.
• Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services.
• Help prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.
• Escort inmates/residents or coordinate the movement of inmates/residents to and from different areas for medical treatment.
• Help initiate and complete investigations and inquiries with accuracy, as directed, by gathering information and evidence, interviewing and obtaining the statements; exercise independent judgment by determining when probable cause exists to recommend or take disciplinary action.
• Engage in functions in confined areas to include working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.
• Be aware that verbal abuse may be present with the hostile views and opinions of inmates/residents and others encountered in an antagonistic environment.

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Skills

Required Skills & Experience

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Preferred Skills & Experience

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Education

Required Education

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Preferred Education

• N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Must be licensed in the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

• N/A

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