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Licensed Practical Nurse

NaphCare, Inc., Childersburg, AL, United States


Location: Childersburg, AL

ID: 2026-29011

Overview
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 Childersburg, AL, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Alabama Department of Corrections – Childersburg.

Full Time and Part Time positions may be available.

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 and the days are never dull, you will be engaged in performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position that allows you to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments, interview patients about current health problems and medication history

Take vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, weight)

Provide wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas

Administer medications, including injections and monitor reactions

Maintain medical records, enter information into the electronic health record (TechCare)

Observe patient health and mental health status

Provide emergency first aid

Provide 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

Obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues

Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information in accordance with the Code of Conduct and facility policies

Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must be able 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 good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance starting day one

Prescriptions free of charge through the health plan starting day one

Lowest cost benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution starting day one

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & holidays

Free continuing education and CME credits

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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