Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Qualifications:

Certification in Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); or, a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements

State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Must possess a Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification at the time of employment

Correctional nursing experience

Federal, state, correctional health care standards, institutional policies and regulations and accreditation and certification requirements

Positions in the class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity as well as repetitive motions

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, blood and other bodily fluids, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel

Responsibilities:

Participates in the screening, evaluation, and care of inmates in a variety of settings which includes sick call, mental health care, chronic illness clinics, the infirmary, and confinement while under the supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse

Provides treatment and medication administration as per physician and mid-level practitioner orders

Performs specific nursing tasks including vital signs, venipuncture, and IV therapy (must have phlebotomy and IV certifications)

Provides appropriate nursing interventions in emergency situation

Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of care provided in the inmate's health record

Maintains health services records logs and assists with data entry within the scope of nursing related items

Maintains accountability of all controlled substances and prescription medications according to federal and state laws and organizational regulations

Participates in the monitoring, requisition, and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment

Provides supervision for non-licensed health care staff

Participates in inmate educational health programs

Coordinates with medical, dental, mental health, and ancillary personnel, as required, to ensure continuity of care

Participates in continuing education and in-service training to maintain professional capabilities and proficiency

Assists in the training and orientation of new employees

Other related duties as assigned

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.