LPN - Evening

Schedule

Working 12:00pm-10:00pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 30 hours per week, (10 hr shifts). No Over Time is offered in this role.

Job Information

The facility population is significantly less than the Adult Correctional Facility. The campus is secure and closed, and Youth Correctional Officers are present at all times to ensure safety and security. Medication pass (med pass) is conducted door-to-door, utilizing a medication cart. You will be working under the supervision of, and in constant collaboration with, a state-employed LPN.

Job Description

• Obtain and process blood, urine or their sample specimens
• Monitor, records and report changes in a youth’s vitals or health condition; administer medications to youth and observe youth for potential adverse medication reactions
• Conduct intake health screenings for newly incarcerated youth; provide direct patient and emergency care to youth; and provide emergency care to staff when necessary
• Consult and coordinate youth treatment plans with health services team members; obtain medical files and records
• Maintain medical files and records; and ensure medical supplies and equipment are stocked and accounted for
• Administer vaccinations; assist with annual tuberculosis (TB) skin tests;
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Professional nursing methods and techniques
• Observing and assessing behavior and progress of patients
• Problem-solving
• Verbal and written communication
• Abide by nursing regulations
• Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
• Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions
• Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
• Work with professional and non-professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships

Requirements

• Must possess an active license to practice as an LPN in the ***
• Preferred: Corrections Experience