Temporary LPN, Correctional Health — Jail

Anoka County; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office seeks a Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health to join a dedicated nursing team serving inmates at the Anoka County Jail. You will provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergencies and work under strict medical orders and documentation practices.

Responsibilities include medication management, records accuracy, and coordination with the health care team while delivering compassionate, professional care in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
• Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed.
• Prepare written records and reports and update charts containing information on treatments and procedures administered and observations regarding their condition.
• Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner.
• Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
• Consult with the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans.
• Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

LPN license Minnesota

Technical school accreditation

Job description

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office seeks a Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health to join a dedicated nursing team serving inmates at the Anoka County Jail. You will provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergencies and work under strict medical orders and documentation practices.

Responsibilities include medication management, records accuracy, and coordination with the health care team while delivering compassionate, professional care in a fast-paced