Psych LPN – NM

POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION: Psych LPN

SCHEDULE: Full-Time

FACILITY: Central NM Correctional Facility

LOCATION: Los Lunas, NM

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement saving plan
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care of inmates with mental health issues through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Under the clinical guidance of Registered Nurses, directs and guides patient teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated competencies. Utilizes established medical record system as applicable throughout the scope of duties and responsibilities.

• Applies and changes dressings.
• Provides for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
• Assists with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance.
• Supervises inmates in the maintenance, cleanliness and sanitation of the environment.
• Under the supervision of Registered Nurse, assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the health care unit and, as necessary, in the housing units.
• Assists in planning and implementing individual treatment programs, in the health care unit and housing unit, by utilizing available resources and consulting with registered nurses, physicians and correctional officers.
• Implements medical and mental health plan through administering medications and intervention in accordance with provider instructions.
• Documents nursing encounters, patient response, effectiveness, complications, etc., and communicates information to supervisory personnel and physicians, in accordance with provider's orders.
• Assists in maintaining working and living areas and supplies in good order.
• Serves as a member of a nursing care and treatment team, and assists physician as assigned.
• Uses available in-house resource personnel and departments for treatment/consultation.
• Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Takes vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure).
• Upon receiving the necessary training and/or instruction, performs other related duties as required or assigned.

LICENSURE: Current, unrestricted New Mexico Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) License

CERTIFICATION: Current CPR Certification

EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

EOE/M/F/D/V