Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

ATC Philadelphia•Harrisburg, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

ATC Healthcare is looking for a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to work at a Corrections Facility located in Harrisburg, PA! Assignment Highlights: 8 Week Contract (possibility of extension) Days or Nights available (6-6) Every other weekend required Requested time off due at submission: No greater than 3 days Requirements: Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in corrections Pre-Employment Clearances (required): Comprehensive criminal background check Drug screening Employment and reference verification Credential/license verification (if applicable) Health clearances (TB test, physical exam, immunizations as required) ABOUT US For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us! We offer the following benefits: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Referral program Tuition reimbursement 401k Plan Flexible Schedules Life insurance Disability insurance Identity theft insurance REQUIREMENTS OF THE LPN/LVN POSITION: Completion of an accredited licensed practical nursing program. Current and unencumbered license in the state of practice. At least one year of experience in the last three years. Background screening as required by state or client contract. Drug screening as required by the contract. Some states or clients may require an employment physical. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work sites vary. Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials. Applicant should be able to read medical equipment and documents. Pushing carts and medical equipment may be a component of the job. Ability to assist with moving patients, transporting patients may be required.

Requirements

Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in corrections
Comprehensive criminal background check
Drug screening
Employment and reference verification
Credential/license verification (if applicable)
Health clearances (TB test, physical exam, immunizations as required)
Completion of an accredited licensed practical nursing program.
Current and unencumbered license in the state of practice.
At least one year of experience in the last three years.
Background screening as required by state or client contract.
Drug screening as required by the contract.
Some states or clients may require an employment physical.

Responsibilities

Complies with ATC Healthcare Services policies and procedures.
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) performs nursing acts, functions or performs tasks under the delegation/supervision of the registered nurse, medical physician or midlevel providers (e.g., PA's, NP's).
Administers nursing procedures to patients in accordance with patients nursing care plans, such as sterile dressing, soaks, compresses, enemas, suppositories, tube feeding, oxygen therapy, range of motion therapy, catheterization, diabetic care, pre- and post-operative care, etc.
Sets up prescribed medications in accordance with patients’ nursing care plans.
Administers medications to patients orally, intra-muscularly or subcutaneously.
Monitors effects of medications, records medications given to patients’ reactions.
Assists in rehabilitation programming and activities for residents, such as: License Development of social skills Development of daily living skills Reality orientation Recreational skills, etc.
Records treatment given to patients; takes/records and monitors patients’ health.
Transports/accompanies patients to procedures.
If the LPN/LVN is currently IV certified, may perform limited IV tasks as permitted by the LPN/LVN nurse.
Maintains confidentiality related to patient, family, client facility and staff in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.