Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Wexford Health Sources, Inc.
Location: Brent
Posted on: February 20, 2021
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Job Description:
Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Licensed
Practical Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at
Bibb Correctional Facility in Brent, AL Were proud to offer a
competitive benefits package including: Annual review with
performance 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 plans Company-paid short-term
disability Healthcare and dependent care spending account POSITION
SUMMARY The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for
assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing
process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Under the clinical supervision of Registered Nurses, directs and
guides patient teaching activities commensurate with education and
demonstrated competencies. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Under the
clinical guidance of a 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. Assist
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. Implement medical plan through administering medications
and intervention in accordance with physician instructions.
Document nursing encounters, patient response, effectiveness,
complications etc., and communicate information to supervisory
personnel and physicians in accordance with physicians orders.
Assist in maintaining working and living areas and supplies in good
order. Serve as a member of a nursing care and treatment team and
assist physician as assigned. Use available in-house resource
personnel and departments for treatment/consultation. Implement
clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with
established policies and procedures. Take vital signs (temperature,
pulse, respiration and blood pressure). Apply and change dressings.
Provide for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
Assist with activities of daily living with special attention to
therapeutic significance. Supervise inmates in the maintenance,
cleanliness and sanitation of the environment. The duties and
responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll purposes only;
employees may be assigned other duties as required. ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional facility,
which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff,
and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered
while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in
buildings without air conditioning. Job Requirements: The following
requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination
of education and experience may be accepted. TRAVEL: Minimal travel
required. LICENSING: Current Alabama Licensed Practical Nursing
(LPN) License CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION:
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year clinical experience EOE/M/F/D/V
Keywords: Wexford Health Sources, Inc., Tuscaloosa , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , Brent, Alabama
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