Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)-PRN

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Oregon City, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Clackamas County Jail. Must have availability for days/nights.

About the Role

As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, you will perform physical assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. New grads are encouraged to apply—we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, 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 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

Requirements

• 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
• Possess an active AHA BLS CPR certification
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Skills

• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism, and adherence to a Code of Conduct
• Comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds)
• Bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances
• Perform physically demanding tasks like CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift

Benefits

For Full-Time Employees:

• Health, dental, and 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 and paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs