Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Morning/Evening

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Licensed Practical Nurses at Old Colony Correctional Center in Bridgewater, MA for PRN Day and Evening shifts .
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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE POSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or other practitioner.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SCHEDULE

PRN Day ShiftEvening Shift LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.Implements nursing care within the LPNs scope of practice. (Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.Other nursing duties as assigned by facility. VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.