Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare • Harvest, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at Limestone Correctional Facility in Harvest, Alabama. The LPN works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role includes assessing patients, administering medications, managing health conditions, observing physical and mental health, and responding to emergencies. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and NaphCare provides training in correctional healthcare.

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 BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients 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.
• Experience as a new graduate or experienced medical professional; new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and interview them 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, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree