Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN
NaphCare, Inc., Decatur, AL, United States
Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN
Location: US-AL-Decatur
NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Decatur, Alabama, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the North Alabama Community Work Center. This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees. As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. You will perform physical assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies in a controlled environment where security is a top priority.
Responsibilities
As an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include:
Performing patient assessments and 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 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
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 and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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Location: US-AL-Decatur
NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Decatur, Alabama, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the North Alabama Community Work Center. This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees. As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. You will perform physical assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies in a controlled environment where security is a top priority.
Responsibilities
As an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include:
Performing patient assessments and 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 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
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 and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Physical Capabilities
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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