Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN or LVN

Overview

Naph Care is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Las Vegas
, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for individuals currently incarcerated in the Clark County Detention Center
.

Pay rates range from $29.70 - $31.35 per hour based on license type, certification, shift, site needs, licensure, and experience. As a Correctional Nurse
, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, you will have various duties to keep you engaged, including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population with complex medical needs.

• Perform patient assessments, interview 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 medications, including injections, and monitor reactions to meds
• Maintain medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, Tech Care
• Observe patient health and mental health status
• Provide emergency first aid
• Provide patient education and discharge/release planning

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

• 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
• Possess an active CPR certification
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

• Experience / Skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Naph Care is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K 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

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and Naph Care, please first apply directly to the position to initiate the application process
.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:
Naph Care - Life as an LPN - You Tube

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