Licensed Practical Nurse FT N at Primecare

Westover, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse, Patient Assessment, Electronic Medical Records, Controlled Substances Management, Narcotics Management, Sharps Management, Sick Call Conducting, Treatment Administration, Symptom Observation, Documentation, Plan of Care Formulation, Record Keeping, Communication, Clinical Competency, Multi-tasking

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description We are looking for dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work in the medical department at the Somerset County Detention Center located in Westover, MD. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under supervision of an RN. Current Openings: LPN-FT Night JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is communicated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws Conducting sick call for inmate/patients and provide treatment illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by PCM Medical Director Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions and progress of inmates/patients and participate in the formulation of the plan of care Record, retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record This position provides a 2 week orientation period where you will be training on-the-job and shadowing with the nursing staff. Benefits: PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program. Additional Compensation: In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Sign on Bonus and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities. Requirements The Licensed Practical Nurse is a fast paced position and as such we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse must be licensed to practice nursing in the state in which the facility is located.Other requirements for the Licensed Practical Nurse include: Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of New Hampshire Ability to communicate effectively Ability to function under supervision Demonstrate clinical competency Experience in correctional health care delivery system, a plus COMPANY OVERVIEW:Correctional nursing provides a challenging and exciting world of opportunities for nurses today. In correctional healthcare, nurses are provided the opportunity to apply their hands-on assessment and clinical nursing skills on a day-to-day basis. Correctional healthcare is similar to working in an emergency room or a clinic. Each day is both challenging and rewarding in Correctional Healthcare. Nurses are involved in healthcare emergencies, physical health assessments, initial screenings, medication distribution, nurse sick call, and chronic care clinics. Nurses will also provide assistance to physicians, psychiatrists and dentists. PrimeCare Medical is dedicated to its employees. PrimeCare Medical will provide the knowledge and training to administer premier healthcare in the correctional environment. Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care and ensuring proper communication of relevant information to appropriate personnel. Additional duties include maintaining and securing electronic medical records, managing controlled substances, conducting sick calls, and documenting patient progress.