PRM Licensed Practical Nurse, On Call​/Pool, Shifts

Metro West Detention Center

Department:
Metro West Detention Center

Address: 13850 NW 41st Street, Doral, Florida 33178

Shift Details:
On Call/Pool, Variable Shifts

Miami-Dade Corrections Health Services (CHS) operates under Jackson Health System (JHS) and serves approximately 5,000 patients daily. Patient care is delivered by nearly 400 healthcare employees representing a diverse multidisciplinary team of nurses & nurse support staff, physicians, psychiatrists, social workers and other professionals. CHS supports Miami Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation at 3 facilities in Miami-Dade County and leverages the resources of a large public safety net health system in the areas of education, quality, risk management & compliance.

PRM LPN performs advanced practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients in assigned area(s). Employees in this classification perform a variety of nursing care assignments in one or more medical areas, requiring more advanced knowledge and skills of practical nursing. Emphasis of the work is on performance of specialized as well as more difficult and responsible duties in patient care, giving assistance to physicians and nurses, and performing instructional tasks.

• Interview patient about current problems, medications, and allergies and review medical record for pertinent previous and current information.
• Keep patients informed of their medical condition and the course of treatment being prescribed by an MD.
• Participate in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
• Establish and document patient treatment regimen under supervision of RN or MD and implement treatment as directed.
• Perform routine immunizations, nebulizer treatments, and visual acuity testing, and administer and read TB tests.
• Assist in phlebotomy: identify patient, check requisition form for requested tests, and prepare equipment, patient and puncture site.
• Assist in IV set‑up: verify solution to be administered, evaluate infusion site, check IV function and patient comfort, and discontinue IV at appropriate time, as ordered by MD and under supervision of an RN.
• Maintain adequate inventory of narcotics after each tour of duty, examination room supplies and prepare exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact.
• Perform a variety of office responsibilities: answer phones and take messages and perform triage within the scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner.
• Facilitate and assist in the coordination of patient referrals.
• Participate in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Demonstrate commitment to service excellence by consistently adjusting work pace when needed to maintain or improve patient care outcomes.
• Follow and perform all related unit‑specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency checklist.
• Utilize job and unit specific equipment as required.
• Demonstrate behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Expertise). Perform all other related job duties as assigned.

Generally requires 1 to 3 years of related experience.

Graduation from an accredited LPN program is required.

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job‑appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit‑specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/ licenses, as required by the nursing area.

Valid Florida LPN license is required. American Heart Association and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers may be required at the unit level upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment. 30‑hour IV training must be from a Florida Board of Nursing approved program or be a Compact Nursing State (states participating in the multi‑state compacts licensing).

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.

Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.