LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)NaphCare is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our healthcare team at the Montgomery County Jail in Dayton, Ohio. We are currently hiring for a Full-Time Night Shift opportunity for nurses interested in building their clinical experience in a unique, team-oriented healthcare environment.As a Correctional Nurse, you'll work alongside correctional officers and a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide quality care to individuals in custody. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, administering medications, managing chronic conditions, providing wound care, and responding to urgent medical needs while caring for a diverse patient population with a wide range of healthcare needs.Whether you're an experienced LPN or a new graduate looking to build your clinical skills, NaphCare offers a supportive environment with opportunities to learn, grow, and gain valuable hands-on nursing experience.ResponsibilitiesAs an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication historyTaking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weightProviding wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areasAdministering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to medsMaintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCareObserving patient health and mental health statusProviding emergency first aidProviding patient education and discharge/release planningQualificationsExperience / Requirements / QualificationsGraduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing programHigh school diploma or equivalent (GED)Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical NurseMust possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential informationDisplay integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirementsMust pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screeningPhysical Capabilities: Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day oneLowest Cost Benefits!Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!Tuition AssistanceReferral bonusesTerm life insurance at no cost to the employeeGenerous paid time off & paid holidaysFree continuing education and CMEsEqual Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran Credenza Health