Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Vital Core Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has openings for a Full‑Time Licensed Practical Nurse at Brown County Jail in Green Bay, WI. The position offers a $3,000 sign‑on bonus after 90 days and a $4.00 night‑shift differential.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice defined 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 assign 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.

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

• Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.
• Implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice, including compliance with all applicable laws.
• Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient, focusing on health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.
• Provides wound care with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.
• Administers medications to offenders.
• Provides care for 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.
• Performs other nursing duties as assigned by the facility.

• Full Time:
  Days – 5:00 am to 5:30 pm
• Full Time:
  Nights – 5:00 pm to 5:30 am (includes $4.00 shift differential)

Hourly Wage: $28 – $32 per hour.

Vital Core Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and is 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.