Licensed Practical Nurse-Days

NaphCare • Pueblo, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a full-time, day-shift Licensed Practical Nurse to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the Pueblo County Detention Center in Pueblo, Colorado. The LPN works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role includes caring for patients with complex medical needs through assessments, medication administration, chronic illness management, and emergency response. 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 Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Integrity and professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must 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’ health and mental health status.
• Provide emergency first aid.
• Provide patient education and assist with discharge and release planning.

Benefits

• Health insurance starting day one.
• Dental insurance starting day one.
• Vision insurance starting day one.
• Prescription coverage at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting 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