Registered Nurse (RN) Full Time Days

Qualitycorrectional; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)

$1,200 annual HSA contribution

Vision

Short term disability

Voluntary life

Pet Insurance

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Wellness Program

Employer paid long term disability, AD

Job summary

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our team at LaPorte County Jail. The role delivers comprehensive healthcare to incarcerated patients, administers medications, conducts intakes, and responds to sick calls under supervision.

On-site shift 6 AM–6 PM three days/week with every other weekend rotation. Requirements include valid LPN license and CPR certification; ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• LPN license required to practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor effects.
• Perform medical intakes and assess fitness for incarceration as needed.
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with a medical provider.
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider.
• Perform 14-day physicals and manage chronic care needs.
• Respond to medical emergencies and perform life-saving measures when needed.

Skills

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Education

LPN licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is a mission-driven organization that provides medical and mental healthcare and addiction recovery services to justice-involved patients. Our approach to patient care is uniquely compassionate and holistic emphasizing dignity, respect, and rehabilitation through effective healthcare. QCC changes the lives of our patients by raising the standard for correctional healthcare to promote sustainable wellness and successful reintegration following release from incarceration. We are looking for passionate and driven professionals who appreciate a commitment to an important mission.

WHY QCC? Mission and Culture:

• Deep commitment to our mission and prioritization of patient care
• Strong communication from the leadership team
• Advocacy and support from administration
• Team-member wellness initiatives to combat job-stress and burnout
• Transformative healthcare that makes a difference in communities where you live and work
• Cooperative and supportive team culture within the organization

We cannot achieve our mission without innovative expert healthcare professionals with the courage to care.

Nursing Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients by providing the following:
• Administer medications
• Perform medical intakes and asses if patient is fit for incarceration, as needed
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with the medical provider when needed
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider
• Performing 14-day physicals
• Managing chronic care
• Responding to medical emergencies
• Be capable of performing life saving measures and ability to take charge and give direction in an emergency
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including but not limited to drug reaction/overdose, formulary/non-formulary medications, and knowledge of medication costs
• Be able to provide insight and direction to Medically Trained Personnel, as needed.
• Comply with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations

Location:

LaPorte County Jail

Shift Opening(s):

6 AM to 6 PM, 3 days per week with every other weekend rotation

Pay Range:

$35-$40+/hour based on experience

Requirements:

• Valid LPNlicensure
• Valid CPR certification
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)
• $1,200 annual company HSA contribution
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness
• Pet Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employer paid long term disability, AD&D, and a $50,000 life insurance policy

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?