Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - Evening Shift
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring an Evening Shift Licensed Practical Nurse to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated in the Sarasota County Jail in Sarasota, Florida. The role works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and training in correctional healthcare is provided. The LPN provides care for patients with varied and complex medical needs, including physical assessments, medication administration, chronic illness management, and emergency response. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
Requirements
- Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Active state certification as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Active BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ability to comply with the Code of Conduct and facility policies and legal requirements.
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
- Ability to stand for extended periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; no prior correctional healthcare experience is specified.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and interview patients about current health problems and medication history.
- Take vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
- Provide wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas.
- Administer medications, including injections, and monitor patients' reactions.
- Maintain medical records, including entering information into the TechCare electronic health record.
- Observe patients' physical and mental health status.
- Provide emergency first aid.
- Provide patient education and assist with discharge or release planning.
- Comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, legal requirements, and the Code of Conduct.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Free continuing education and CMEs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
