Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) - Full Time Day Shift
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Full Time Day Shift LPN to join our team of medical professionals in Land O Lakes, Florida. We manage all aspects of healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Pasco County Detention Center. As a Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. This role involves performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies in a controlled environment where security is a top priority. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply as training in correctional healthcare will be provided.
Requirements
- Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
- Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- New grads are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
- Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight
- Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
- Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds
- Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare
- Observing patient health and mental health status
- Providing emergency first aid
- Providing patient education and discharge/release planning
Benefits
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & 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
