Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Description

The Pennington County Sheriff's Office is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Medical Team. This is a unique opportunity to serve a diverse population of inmates and detainees in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you're looking for clinic-style work with the autonomy to apply a broad range of nursing skills—without the burden of overnight shifts—this position may be a great fit for you.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, and participation in the South Dakota Retirement System.

Position Functions

• Evaluate inmates/clients/detainees and provide comprehensive medical care, while observing and maintaining the requirements of security within the Pennington County Jail, Care Campus and Western South Dakota Juvenile Services Center.
• Assist the provider with clinics.
• Administer prescribed treatment and medication to inmates/clients/detainees at any PCSO facility as needed and medically required, within licensing authorization, and document according to facility specifications.
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a potentially emergent situation.
• Utilize knowledge to assist with emergencies.
• Provide sound pharmacology dispensing practice, including drug action, side effects and proper dosage.
• Prepare equipment and assist the physician and/or physician assistant during examination and treatment.
• Educate inmates/clients/detainees concerning diet, hygiene and methods of prevention of disease.
• Provide medical update to incoming medical staff prior to shift change.
• Maintain accountability and properly dispose of all sharps.
• Wear the designated uniform to signify status as a health care provider.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings and maintain LPN license and CPR certification as required.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of medical records.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience Required:
• - High School or GED required, Associate's degree preferred.
• - Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• - Current South Dakota Licensed Practical Nurse Certification or ability to readily obtain a South Dakota state certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• - Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid South Dakota Driver’s License within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.

Additional Information

• Working Environment:
• - Work is typically performed in an office, stock room, jail, correctional facility or juvenile center.
• - This position is exposed to contagious or infectious disease and irritating chemicals.
• - Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
• - This position includes close contact with inmates/clients/detainees.
• - Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• - Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• - Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted, and move 40 pounds with assistance.
• - Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone and in person.
• - Ability to push/pull a medication cart for up to four hours per shift. When fully loaded, the medication cart weights approximately 200 pounds.
• - Ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, crouch and lift light objects.
• - Must be able to enter data and operate a phone.

Pennington County Benefit Summary

• Health Care Program: Health – Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums.
• Dental: Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.
• Prescription: The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.
• Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.

Additional Questions

• Do you have a current LPN license?
• Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
• This position requires you to be at least 20 years of age. Are you at least 20 years of age?
• Have you used any form of federally illegal drugs in the past year? If yes, please explain below.