Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare•Atmore, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team of medical professionals in Atmore, AL, at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility. In this role, you will manage all aspects of healthcare for incarcerated individuals, working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. The position involves providing care within a controlled environment where security is a top priority. Duties are varied and include performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a difference for a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare provides training in correctional healthcare. As an LPN, you will play a critical role in NaphCare's mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of their unique patient population.

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
Ability to stand for long periods
Ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds)
Ability to bend, squat, reach, push, pull
Ability to walk significant distances
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift

Nice To Haves

American Heart Association preferred for BLS CPR Certification

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