Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Overview Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Location: US-AL-Bessemer

ID: 2026-28471

Category: Nursing Position Type: Full-Time NaphCare is hiring LPN to join our team of medical professionals in Bessemer, AL where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the William E. Donaldson Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence, performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. New grads are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare Observing patient health and mental health status Providing emergency first aid Providing patient education and discharge/release planning Qualifications Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program High school diploma or equivalent (GED) Actively state‑certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred) Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening Physical 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. Benefits Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one Lowest Cost Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one Tuition Assistance Referral bonuses Term life insurance at no cost to the employee Generous paid time off & paid holidays Free continuing education and CMEs Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr Naphcare, Inc.