Practical Nurse--Licensed 1, 2, Or 3
About The Position
The Louisiana Department of Corrections, specifically the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW), is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential healthcare services to incarcerated women. This role is crucial for supporting public safety and ensuring the well-being, dignity, and health of the inmate population. The position emphasizes professionalism, resilience, and teamwork within a correctional facility setting. LCIW is committed to offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. The Department of Corrections values its employees through recognition programs, internal promotion opportunities, clear communication, and professional development initiatives. Employees benefit from a generous package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance (also available post-retirement), at least 10 paid holidays, and rolling sick and annual leave. Additional benefits include paid or time off for overtime hours, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, and potentially alternate work schedules (e.g., 4/10s) upon meeting policy requirements. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vital public service role.
Requirements
- Possession of a current Louisiana Practical Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state.
- Authorization for the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
- Official documentation for any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified prior to hire.
- Accompanying transcript for verification if qualifying experience is based on college credit/college hours.
Responsibilities
- Administers and documents medications in accordance with physician orders, nursing protocols, and facility policies, ensuring accuracy, safety, and accountability.
- Prepares, organizes, and assists with multidisciplinary clinics, including general practice, gynecology, dental, dermatology, and psychiatric clinics.
- Supports providers during examinations and procedures by preparing equipment, positioning patients, and maintaining sterile technique.
- Conducts routine patient rounds to observe, assess, and document patients’ physical conditions, behaviors, and responses to treatment.
- Identifies changes in health status, ensures continuity of care, and communicates findings promptly to supervising medical staff.
Benefits
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Health insurance (available post-retirement)
- At least 10 paid holidays
- Sick and annual leave that rolls over
- Paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week
- Deferred compensation plan
- Flexible benefits plan
- Alternate work schedules (e.g., 4/10s) may be available
- Premium pay: $5.00 per hour for each hour worked, in addition to regular pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
