Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its medical team in Atlanta, Georgia, providing healthcare to individuals incarcerated in the Fulton 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 physical assessments, medication administration, chronic illness management, and emergency response, serving a patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive training in correctional healthcare.
Requirements
- Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Hold active state certification as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Hold an active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is required.
- 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.
- Be able to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing 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.
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’ physical and mental health status.
- Provide emergency first aid.
- Provide patient education and discharge or release planning.
Benefits
- Health insurance starting on day one.
- Dental insurance starting on day one.
- Vision insurance starting on day one.
- Prescriptions at no cost 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.
- Generous 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
