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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

NaphCare, Inc., Columbiana, AL, United States


Location
US-AL-Columbiana

Job ID
2026-28688

Overview
LPNs and LVNs are needed to join our team of medical professionals at the Alabama Therapeutic Education Facility in Columbiana, AL. The facility manages all aspects of healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Alabama Department of Corrections.

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.

New graduates are encouraged to apply – training will be provided in correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities
As an LPN, you will play a critical role in providing quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties include:

Performing patient assessments and interviewing patients about current health problems and 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 reactions

Maintaining medical records in the electronic health record system

Observing patient health and mental health status

Providing emergency first aid

Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications
Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Actively 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 adhere to a Code of Conduct and all correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must 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, 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 bonuses

Term 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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