LPN (LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE)

Job TitleJoin our family and work for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.BenefitsFull-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:Paid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k) MatchingHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountTuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountReduced Tuition RatesDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPet InsuranceDental InsurancePaid TrainingFlexible Spending AccountThe compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.Equal Opportunity EmployerOverviewAre you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.Why Work for GEOWe believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.Role and ResponsibilitiesWorking alongside our Registered Nurse (RN), you'll play a vital part in providing the highest level of care to inmates/detainees while putting a special focus on maintaining our safe and secure workplace.Develop nursing care plans with guidance from the RN.Perform complete physical assessment and medical history.Provide nursing care within your capacity and refer other medical problems to the appropriate physician.Make sure prescribed medications are administered as instructed.Periodically evaluate patients' symptoms, reactions, and progress, and report problems to management.Securely administer medication, taking precautions against drug hoarding and trafficking.Follow industry and company accreditation policies.Document all detainee/inmate contacts and keep medical records confidential.Competencies RequiredExcellent diagnostic skills, patience, and natural empathy are all key qualities we look for. Our employees feel proud to play a role in our patients' re-entry to society.Minimum RequirementsGraduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.Two (2) years of direct work experience Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care.Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.Must be United States citizen.Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.Must be willing to undergo a rigorous background investigation as required by U.S. Marshals.