Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Naphcare, Inc.•Springville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team of medical professionals in Springville, AL, at the St. Clair Correctional Facility. This role involves managing all aspects of healthcare for incarcerated individuals. As a Correctional Nurse, the LPN will collaborate with correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care within a controlled environment where security is paramount. Duties are varied and include performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference for a diverse patient population with complex medical needs.

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
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

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