LPN- Corrections

Licensed Practical Nurse

Wexford Health Sources, the nation's leading innovative correctional health care company, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services.

At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.

Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at the Baltimore City Detention Center in Baltimore, MD.

We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Annual review with performance increase
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plans
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account

Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Under the supervision of Registered Nurses, directs and guides patient teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated competencies.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Under the supervision of Registered Nurse, assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the Health Care Unit and, as necessary in the Housing Units.
• Assists in planning and individual treatment programs by utilizing available resources in planning care and consults with registered nurses, physicians and correctional officers.
• Assists in implementing individual treatment programs in the Health Care Unite and, as necessary, in the housing unit.
• Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Implements medical plan through administering medication and intervention in accordance with physician instructions.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications:

Work Environment: Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel.

Licensing: Currently licensed as an LPN in the state of MD

Certification: Current CPR certification

Experience: Preferred one (1) year of clinical experience

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing