Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview

Job Location:

FL, Okeechobee – Okeechobee Correctional Institution – OKEECHOBEE, FL 34972
Position Type:
Full-Time
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Nursing Professional & Support

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Florida Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Okeechobee Correctional Institution located in Okeechobee, Florida.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Medical) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of Registered Nurses (RN) and medical and psychiatric staff, to respond to a range of physical and behavioral health needs. Shift: 12-hour day shifts, EOW.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or ability to obtain one required
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Eligible for up to $4,000 per year State Loan Reimbursement through Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program (FRAME)
• Much more

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry.