Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse

NaphCare • Bessemer, AL

17d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurses to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the Alabama Department of Corrections – William E. Donaldson in Bessemer, Alabama. Nurses work in a controlled correctional environment alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, providing care to a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. The role includes physical assessments, medication administration, chronic illness management, emergency response, and behavioral health observation. Full-time and part-time positions may be available.

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.
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR certification; AHA preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information, demonstrate integrity and professionalism, 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, 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 to medications.
• 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, dental, and vision insurance beginning 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 beginning on 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.
• Competitive salaries and generous employee benefits.
• Opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, educational growth, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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