Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare • Bessemer, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility in Bessemer, Alabama. 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 and supporting their rights, dignity, and health.

Responsibilities may include assessing patients, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. The position also involves documenting care in the electronic health record, TechCare, and providing patient education and discharge or release planning.

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.
• Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association 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’ physical and mental health status.
• Provide emergency first aid.
• Provide patient education and discharge or release planning.
• Manage chronic illnesses and respond to emergencies.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED