Licensed Practical Nurse Corrections - Civil Service

Practical Nurse

Provides basic direct practical nursing care to inmates in the County Jail.

Job duties include administering and dispensing prescribed medications, preparing treatment carts, responding to medical emergencies, taking recordings of vital signs, charting information on patient's health status records, maintaining inventory records of medications, supplies and equipment, and assisting with maintaining the cleanliness of the work area.

Minimum qualifications include a State of Washington or Compact (multi-state) Practical Nurse License, successful completion of National Association of Practical Nursing Education and Service, Inc. (NAPNES) Medication Course is preferred, must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100, one (1) year with medication administration is preferred, must pass job related tests, candidates for employment must successfully pass a criminal history background investigation, a polygraph examination and a psychological evaluation and pre-employment drug screening, candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of application, no maximum age, as a condition of continued employment, must maintain Practical Nurse certification and license as required by applicable statutes.

Knowledge and abilities include practical nurse principles, practices and concepts, basic problem-solving methods, clinic medications, utilize basic problem-solving skills, work and effectively communicate with inmates and co-workers, utilize practical nursing knowledge and apply nursing techniques, follow oral and written instructions, keep records and prepare reports, promptly and accurately assess emergency situations.