Licensed Practical Nurse

Compensation: USD 33.73 - USD 35.5 - hourly Company Description IHMS USA, Inc. provides medical services to some of the world’s most vulnerable populations, including individuals and families who are migrating, displaced, or affected by conflict, disaster, or disease. For more than 20 years, IHMS has delivered compassionate, high-quality healthcare services across the Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, IHMS USA focuses on supporting communities across the Western Hemisphere while drawing on the global experience and best practices developed by IHMS teams around the world. Our work is driven by a commitment to delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care in complex environments. To support this mission, IHMS has developed accredited and compliant management systems that help ensure quality care while tracking and coordinating every aspect of patient health services. These systems promote transparency, strengthen safeguarding practices, and provide near real-time visibility into clinical operations. We understand that many of the individuals we serve are navigating difficult and uncertain circumstances. That’s why our care model includes access to comprehensive behavioral health services when needed, ensuring patients receive both medical and emotional support. For healthcare professionals, working with IHMS means being part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. Our teams operate around the world and stand ready to provide compassionate care wherever it is needed most. For more information, please visit: . Job Description **POSITION IS LOCATED IN HAGERSTOWN, MD** This position is eligible for an additional sign on bonus and daily per diem. Provide nursing services within the scope of a Licensed PracticalNurse license to support patient intake screening, routine and urgent care, medication continuity, health record documentation, emergency response, infectious disease prevention, and continuity of care in a secure government-contracted facility. The role supports delivery of culturally competent and trauma-informed health servicesin accordance withstate licensure requirements, credentialing standards, contract requirements, and facility policies. Key Responsibilities: Provide nursing services within licensed scope of practice, credentialed role, and assigned duties, in accordance with state law, facility procedures, and contract requirements. Support initial medical screening within 12 hours of patient arrival, including required intakeprocesses, tuberculosisscreening activities, vital signs, health history collection support, and escalation of positive or urgent findingsin accordance withfacility protocol. Support daily sick call and triage processes for patient health care requests and ensure required documentation is completed in the health record. Administer prescribed medications and support medication continuity for transfer, release, or removal, within licensure, assigned authority, and facility procedures. Perform or support minor procedures, routine screenings, and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments-waived or point-of-care testing within authorized scope, including blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, pregnancy testing, immunization support, and routine electrocardiogram support, as assigned. Support routine laboratory processesrequiredat the facility and promptly elevate abnormal, urgent, or serious findingsin accordance withestablished procedures. Support emergency medical response, including Basic Life Support, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator use, emergency first aid, initial stabilization, and safe transfer to a higher level of care whenrequired. Prepare,maintain, and updateaccurateandtimelypatient documentation in the electronic health record, including intake, sick call, screening, medications, appointments, transfer information, and continuity-of-care records. Protect the confidentiality of patient information andcomply withprivacy, records management, andsecurity requirements, including prompt reporting of unauthorized access or security incidents. Follow infectious disease prevention, standard precautions, isolation,co-horting, quarantine, and tuberculosis management requirements, including required notifications and continuity-of-care coordination. Communicate effectively with patients who have limited Englishproficiencyand with patients who havecommunication or mobility impairments through approved in-person, telephonic, video, sign-language, orother auxiliary support services. Coordinate with the Health Authority, licensed providers,behavioralhealth staff, dental staff, pharmacysupport, transportation staff, and facility operations personnel to support continuity of care, off-sitereferrals, hospitalization support, and patient movement. Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder maybe requiredto undertakeadditionalduties that are not specifically listed above. Qualifications Basic Requirements/Certifications: Must have andmaintainan unrestricted and current license as an LVN/LPNissued bythe State of Maryland orhave the ability toobtain one. Basic Life Support (BLS)certification. Certified Correctional Health Professional or Certified Corrections Nurse credentialispreferred. Education Required: Graduate from a Vocational or Practical Nurse program approved by a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory. Attributes and Professional Qualities: Demonstrates competency, training,behavior, integrity, and professional conduct consistent with contract requirements. Providesaccurate,timely, and effective communication with patients and staff in a diverse, multilingual environment using approved languageassistanceresources when needed. Demonstrates clear documentation practices andaccuratemaintenance of electronic and written records. Supports culturally competent and trauma-informed care. Responds appropriately to urgent and emergency patient care situations. Physical Requirements: Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes andmaintainbalance. Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile. Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling. Must have the ability toassistsick, injured, or agingpatients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self). Must be able to see,hearand smell with aids if necessary. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds. Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time. Average manual dexterity for computer operation. Phone or computer use for extended periods of time. Other Special Qualifications: Mustmaintaincurrent/physical residency in the continental U.S. Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior toinitialassignment. U.S. citizenand haveresidedin the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty). Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation. Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances. Compensation Disclaimer: Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data. Benefits Language (FTE roles): Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus.IHMS USA, Inc.complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement: IHMS USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr