Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare•Wetumpka, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their medical team in Wetumpka, AL, at the Julia Tutwiler Prison for Women. 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 patient care within a secure, controlled environment. The position offers diverse duties, including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. It is a unique opportunity to positively impact a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare provides training in correctional healthcare.

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