Licensed Practical Nurse - (PRN)

Correctional Healthcare Partners is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care to patients in Lewis County Jail. This is a PRN (as-needed) position offering $49 per hour.

Clinical Setting

You will work in a correctional healthcare environment, providing medical, mental health, and dental care services within a county jail facility. You will work under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Take and document patient history and vital signs
• Assist with patient examinations and treatments
• Report all changes in patients' conditions
• Administer medications and document administration on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Perform venipuncture and intravenous therapy as approved by your immediate supervisor
• Collect samples, specimens, and cultures as requested by provider order
• Assist with daily triage and sick call
• Assist with minor medical and surgical procedures
• Transcribe all therapeutic orders generated by the provider
• Initiate and document prescribed protocol treatment in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Use all functions and applications of the EHR relevant to the position and assist with staff training as requested
• Communicate effectively with clients, peers, and employees at all levels
• Work cohesively with the Health Services Administrator (HSA), Director of Nursing (DON), and RN(s) in coordinating the healthcare delivery system
• Ensure nursing processes and systems are followed according to policies, procedures, company performance standards, and accreditation standards
• Assist with evaluating the quality and effectiveness of clinical services and developing systems to monitor patient care and safety
• Comply with continuing education requirements for your position and maintain awareness of National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards
• Participate in all monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required
• Notify management of critical information that may negatively impact client, vendor, or patient care relations

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
• Current, unrestricted nursing license in the state of employment
• Valid CPR card
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a healthcare setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Correctional healthcare experience

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $49 per hour

CHP offers a competitive total rewards package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• Continuing education and professional development support, including license renewal and CME/CEU reimbursement where applicable
• Malpractice coverage for clinical roles
• Employee Assistance Program