Behavioral Health Licensed Practical Nurse

NaphCare is hiring Behavioral Health LPNs Bessemer, AL. Management of healthcare for incarcerated individuals in the Alabama Department of Corrections - William E. Donaldson. Full Time and Part Time positions may be available. Correctional Behavioral Health Nurse Work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care within a controlled environment, ensuring security remains top priority. Duties include performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This unique position allows you to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. Responsibilities Perform patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems and medication history. Take vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight. Provide wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas. Administer medication, including injections, and monitor reactions. Maintain medical records, entering information into the electronic health record (TechCare). Observe patient health and mental health status. Provide emergency first aid. Provide 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. Ability to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred). Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues. Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and adhere to a Code of Conduct and all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening. Physical Capabilities 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 such as CPR, while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift. Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US. We are growing and offer competitive salaries, generous employee benefits, opportunities for new graduates and experienced professionals, promotion of educational growth, and strong support for career advancement within the company. NaphCare Benefits for Full‑Time Employees Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one. Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, starting day one. Lowest cost benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services. 401(k) 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. Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do: NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube. Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Advancing Correctional Healthcare | NaphCare #J-18808-Ljbffr