LPN, Corrections, $1000 Sign On Incentive
About The Position
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals. This position is located at the Orange County Jail located in Orlando, Florida. Night and Day shift avaialble. The shifts are Nights 7pm to 7am or Days, 7am - 7pm. Job Description Minimum Qualifications Must have a current valid Florida License Practical Nurse license. Night and Day shift available Must be able to work a variety of shifts; including nights and weekends.This position is for the Orange County Jail located in Orlando, Florida. The shift is nights - 7pm to 7am. Preferences Prior Corrections work experience General Functions Performs nursing duties requiring skills and judgments in the care and treatment of patients in a correctional setting using nursing principles and techniques for a variety of patient problems. Direct supervision is received from the RN, the nursing supervisor and/or staff physician. Representative Duties/Assignments Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification. Primary duties functions as medication and treatment nurse. Monitors medication compliance in accordance with established protocols. Accurately documents the administration of medication and treatments provided. Observes patients for deviations from normal conditions, documents changes and notifies appropriate. Carries out treatment plans as established by the medical team. Obtains urine, blood and other specimens for laboratory examinations. Assists physicians in clinic areas. Responds to all emergencies. Maintains unit compliance for inspections. Participates in in-service training programs and mandatory continuing education. Provides routine clinic tasks as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have a current valid Florida License Practical Nurse license.
- Must be able to work a variety of shifts; including nights and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Corrections work experience
Responsibilities
- Functions as medication and treatment nurse.
- Monitors medication compliance in accordance with established protocols.
- Accurately documents the administration of medication and treatments provided. Observes patients for deviations from normal conditions, documents changes and notifies appropriate.
- Carries out treatment plans as established by the medical team.
- Obtains urine, blood and other specimens for laboratory examinations.
- Assists physicians in clinic areas.
- Responds to all emergencies.
- Maintains unit compliance for inspections.
- Participates in in-service training programs and mandatory continuing education.
- Provides routine clinic tasks as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays andup to 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and OrangeCounty Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
