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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - This posting is open exclusively to curr

NaphCare, Inc., Atmore, AL, United States


This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Atmore, AL, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the William C. Holman Correctional Facility.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority, you will perform physical assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history

Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight

Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas

Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds

Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare

Observing patient health and mental health status

Providing emergency first aid

Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications

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

Be able 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

Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonusesTerm life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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