Licensed Practical Nurse-Float

Roadrunner Health Services•Albuquerque, NM

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Provide holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients. Work under the direction of registered nurses, medical and psychiatric staff to respond to a range of physical and mental health needs.

Requirements

Must hold valid LPN license in applicable state
Must show current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR certification
Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience as a LPN preferred
Experience in a correctional environment preferred

Responsibilities

Observe, and record symptoms, reactions, and patient progress; assist physicians during treatments and examinations; administer medications and prescribed treatments; complete admissions and discharges, and promote rehabilitation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient continuity of care by following individualized treatment plans.
Communicate with team members individually, at team meetings, and with written documentation as needed
Provide direct patient care to include gathering vital signs, subjective and objective information, laboratory, EKG, and other diagnostic tests, perform basic hygiene care, and ordered treatments, and administer ordered non-intravenous medications
Monitor and document medication administration and treatment implementation as directed.
Maintain accountability of all controlled substances according to federal and state regulations.
Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling
Recognize signs and symptoms of medical or mental health care needs warranting additional professional expertise and report to appropriate member of the team
Participate in the monitoring, requisition, and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment
Document relevant data in the approved format and report to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team
Identify and maintain professional boundaries to preserve the integrity of the therapeutic process and relationship
Proactive in performance improvement activities as demonstrated by participating in the Company's Continuous Quality Improvement (CQl) program (peer review; record reviews; membership on the CQI committee) and modifying clinical practices based on CQl recommendations
Ensure compliance with all facility and Company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA
Coordinate care closely with security staff while maintaining a positive, collaborative relationship
Maintain ethical commitment to ensure confidentiality within the limits of a correctional environment
Deliver care in a nonjudgmental/nondiscriminatory manner to protect the autonomy, dignity, and rights of patients
Understand and comply with safety and security rules and regulations of the institution
Perform other duties as assigned