Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

PrimeCare Medical, Inc.•Chestertown, MD

3d•$33 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses to provide comprehensive nursing care in the medical department at Kent County Detention Center in Chestertown, Maryland. The LPN works under the supervision of an RN and supports the facility’s Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program, including coordinating patient care and daily medication dosing. The role requires maintaining secure, accurate medical records; communicating relevant information to appropriate personnel; and collaborating with PCM nurses, providers, facility staff, security, administration, and community providers. The position includes a two-week orientation with on-the-job training and shadowing. The posting lists part-time day shifts and PRN availability, as well as a full-time MAT shift described as “2nd shift” and Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Flexibility is required; circumstances may require additional work hours, overnight travel, or temporary relocation to another facility.

Requirements

Hold a Maryland Practical Nurse license.
Be licensed to practice nursing in the state where the facility is located.
Communicate effectively.
Be able to function under supervision.
Demonstrate clinical competency.

Nice To Haves

Experience in correctional health care delivery.
Experience in Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care for the Medication Assisted Treatment Program in accordance with PCM policies, procedures, nursing standards, and scope-of-practice limitations.
Function as the MAT Nurse and coordinate care for patients receiving medication for substance use disorder.
Provide comprehensive nursing care while observing facility security requirements.
Perform duties under RN supervision and protocols established by the Medical Director.
Collaborate with PCM nurses, providers, security, administration, facility staff, and community providers.
Coordinate daily MAT medication dosing in accordance with facility procedures and PCM dosing policy.
Maintain professional relationships with facility, unit, provider, and corporate staff.
Act as a MAT patient liaison through permitted communications on behalf of PCM, the facility, and outside agencies.
Obtain records, coordinate care, and make appropriate referrals for MAT patients and candidates.
Follow PCM and facility policies and procedures and ensure compliance with applicable clinical standards.
Communicate relevant patient information and unit problems to appropriate personnel.
Maintain medical-record security and privacy, and document and communicate in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR confidentiality guidelines.
Monitor nursing care to help avoid inappropriate or duplicate services and advise the HSA and charge nurse when such situations arise.
Screen for appropriate provider referrals for MAT and ensure follow-up tasks are created.
Comply with pharmacy regulations for ordering, storing, and administering medications for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
Monitor supplies and equipment inventories and alert the head nurse of needs.
Obtain lab specimens as required by MAT program policy.
Support community reentry by linking patients with community MAT providers, obtaining releases of information, and sending pertinent records.
Attend weekly MAT interdisciplinary team meetings and keep minutes.
Report data, participate in program evaluation, and maintain MAT patient records for quarterly and yearly statistics.
Attend seminars, workshops, and conferences at PCM’s direction.
Adhere to PCM and facility policies and procedures.
In the charge nurse’s absence, be operationally responsible and accountable for nursing functions of the medical unit.
Perform other duties as assigned by the charge nurse, HSA, or corporate staff.
Maintain accurate records of controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with state and federal laws.
When necessary and permitted by state regulations, conduct sick call and provide protocol-based treatment for selected minor illnesses and injuries; refer other cases to an appropriate PCM physician.
Receive and give inter-shift reports to support continuity of care and communicate pertinent information.
Observe, report, and document patient symptoms, reactions, and progress, and participate in formulating MAT care plans.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with single and family plans available, for full-time employees.
Dental insurance, with single and family plans available, for full-time employees.
Vision insurance, with single and family plans available, for full-time employees.
Life insurance.
Disability options.
Generous paid time off.
Floating holidays.
401(k) with employer match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Overtime pay.
Shift differential.
Weekend differential.
Premium holiday pay.
Sign-on bonus opportunities.
Employee referral bonus opportunities.