Adelphi Medical Staffing is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a contract opportunity with a correctional facility in Pensacola, Florida.
Job Quick Facts:
• Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN)
• Location: Pensacola, Florida
• Service Setting: Correctional Facility
• Job Type: Contract
• Start Date: ASAP
• Assignment Length: At least 8-12 weeks
• Shift/Schedule: 6p to 6a (36/48hrs weekly)
• Shift Type: Nights
Requirements:
• Florida License
• LPN Certification
• BLS
• Correctional experience preferred
Responsibilities:
• Participates in the screening, evaluation, and care of inmates in a variety of settings which includes sick call, mental health care, chronic illness clinics, the infirmary, and confinement while under the supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse.
• Provides treatment and medication administration as per physician and mid-level practitioner orders.
• Performs specific nursing tasks including vital signs, venipuncture, and IV therapy (must have phlebotomy and IV certifications).
• Provides appropriate nursing interventions in emergency situation.
• Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of care provided in the inmate's health record.
• Maintains health services records logs and assists with data entry within the scope of nursing related items.
• Maintains accountability of all controlled substances and prescription medications according to federal and state laws and organizational regulations.
• Participates in the monitoring, requisition, and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment.
• Provides supervision for non-licensed health care staff.
• Participates in inmate educational health programs.
• Coordinates with medical, dental, mental health, and ancillary personnel, as required, to ensure continuity of care.
• Participates in continuing education and in-service training to maintain professional capabilities and proficiency.
• Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Other related duties as assigned.