Licensed Practical Nurse DAY SHIFT

Overview

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (Travel) - DAY SHIFT

Location: Nashville, TN/On-Site

Duration: 3+ Months

DAY SHIFT

• Diffuse situations and report information appropriately while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
• Work in a corrections facility; correctional or similar experience preferred.
• Support correctional nursing as a growing specialty addressing medical and mental healthcare needs of incarcerated populations and advocate for patients.
• Provide compassionate, patient‑centered care to a vulnerable population and treat each patient as a whole.
• Prepare Healthcare records for physician clinic visits; ensure physician orders are transcribed and followed through to meet patient needs.
• Coordinate with physicians and outside departments; answer questions and provide teaching as needed; attend scheduled departmental meetings.
• Supervise orientation and training for Healthcare department employees; provide ongoing teaching to current staff.
• Prepare staff nurse schedules and communicate with vendors; help resolve scheduling conflicts and manage staff needs.
• Take after-hours call and arrange nursing staff coverage to maintain Healthcare coverage as required by the facility.
• Maintain Healthcare supplies and ensure availability of necessary materials; check and replenish as needed.
• Ensure clinic compliance by maintaining records and documentation at all times.

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN) with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Ability to work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals; support and coordinate patient care.
• Strong communication skills to interact with outside departments, provide teaching, and participate in departmental meetings.

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