Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to join its medical team in Fort Myers, Florida, providing healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the Lee County Jail. The Correctional Nurse 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 chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and training in correctional healthcare is provided. The LPN helps provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of a patient population with complex medical needs. The position also involves maintaining medical records and supporting patient education and discharge or release planning.
Requirements
- Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Active state certification as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is required.
- Able to 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.
- Able to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.
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 to medications.
- 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 discharge/release planning.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401(k) and Roth plan with company contribution beginning 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
