Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Adelphi Medical Staffing is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a contract opportunity with a correctional facility in Pensacola, Florida.

Job Quick Facts:

• Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN)

• Location: Pensacola, Florida

• Service Setting: Correctional Facility

• Job Type: Contract

• Start Date: ASAP

• Assignment Length: At least 8-12 weeks

• Shift/Schedule: 6p to 6a (36/48hrs weekly)

• Shift Type: Nights

Requirements:

• Florida License

• LPN Certification

• BLS

• Correctional experience preferred

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the screening, evaluation, and care of inmates in a variety of settings which includes sick call, mental health care, chronic illness clinics, the infirmary, and confinement while under the supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse.

• Provides treatment and medication administration as per physician and mid-level practitioner orders.

• Performs specific nursing tasks including vital signs, venipuncture, and IV therapy (must have phlebotomy and IV certifications).

• Provides appropriate nursing interventions in emergency situation.

• Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of care provided in the inmate's health record.

• Maintains health services records logs and assists with data entry within the scope of nursing related items.

• Maintains accountability of all controlled substances and prescription medications according to federal and state laws and organizational regulations.

• Participates in the monitoring, requisition, and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment.

• Provides supervision for non-licensed health care staff.

• Participates in inmate educational health programs.

• Coordinates with medical, dental, mental health, and ancillary personnel, as required, to ensure continuity of care.

• Participates in continuing education and in-service training to maintain professional capabilities and proficiency.

• Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.

• Other related duties as assigned.