Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring full-time, night-shift Licensed Practical Nurses to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the St. Lucie County Jail in Fort Pierce, Florida. Correctional Nurses work 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 will receive training in correctional healthcare. The LPN supports NaphCare’s mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of its patient population. The position requires maintaining patient confidentiality, following correctional healthcare policies and legal requirements, and performing physically demanding duties. The role offers opportunities for educational growth and career advancement.
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 AHA BLS CPR certification.
- Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
- 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.
- 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
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; experience is not stated as a prerequisite.
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 discharge or release planning.
Benefits
- Health insurance starting day one.
- Dental insurance starting day one.
- Vision insurance starting day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 and 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
