LPN / LVN - Correctional Health

Licensed Practical Nurse

Positions in this job family are responsible for performing technical direct and indirect nursing care under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or dentist. This includes taking temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and performing various other technical nursing tasks to provide health care to patients.

Typical Functions:

• Performs nursing procedures or specialized functions in accordance with knowledge, skills, and licensure.
• Participates in the evaluation of responses to interventions.
• Assists in assessing, reporting, and recording health status of patients in various settings.
• Participates in developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care.
• Administers medications as ordered.
• Reports appropriate patient information to supervisor or designated health team member.

Level Descriptor:

Level I: This is the basic level where employees perform routine entry-level tasks under close professional supervision to build their skills in providing nursing care as a licensed practical nurse.

Level II: This is the career level where employees perform a full range of nursing assignments and tasks at full performance level. Responsibilities include providing guidance and training to others in completing routine nursing tasks and activities.

Requirements:

All health care staff shall be required to complete online training prior to assignment. Documentation of completed training shall be provided to the designated Nurse Manager prior to assignment.

Education and Experience:

Level I: Requires possession of a valid permanent nursing license approved by the relevant nursing board or a recognized license.

Level II: Requires possession of a valid permanent nursing license approved by the relevant nursing board plus one year of practical nursing experience, or a recognized license with one year of practical nursing experience.

Special Requirements:

Some positions may require willingness and ability to fulfill job-related travel normally associated with the position. Applicants must be willing and able to work any assigned shift or day of the week.

Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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