Licensed Practical Nurse

PrimeCare Medical, Inc.•Chambersburg, PA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work in the medical department at the Franklin County Jail located in Chambersburg, PA. This is a Full-Time position, with the following available schedules: Evening Shift (2 pm to 10:30 pm). The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update, and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Conducting sick calls for inmates/patients and providing treatment for illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by the PCM Medical Director. Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of care. Record, retrieve, and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record. Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare!

Requirements

Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to function under supervision
Demonstrate clinical competency

Nice To Haves

Experience in correctional health care delivery system is a plus

Responsibilities

Providing comprehensive nursing care
Ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel
Maintaining, updating, and working with electronic medical records and ensuring that they are secure
Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws
Conducting sick calls for inmates/patients and providing treatment for illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by the PCM Medical Director
Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of care
Record, retrieve, and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record