Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare • Harvest, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at Limestone Correctional Facility in Harvest, Alabama. The LPN works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role includes assessing patients, administering medications, managing health needs, and responding to emergencies. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive training in correctional healthcare.

Requirements

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Active state certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long 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

• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification is preferred.

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.

Benefits

• Health insurance starting on day one
• Dental insurance starting on day one
• Vision insurance starting on day one
• Prescription coverage at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one
• Tuition assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED