Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Correctional Center - Central City, KY

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Correctional Center - Central City, KY

Central City, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Licensed Practical Nurse – Corrections
    Location: Central City, KY
    Rate: Up to $1500.00 Gross Weekly + benefits available from day 1
    Shift: 12-Hour Days or Nights (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM OR 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM)
    Contract: 13-Week Contract | Local & Travel Accepted
    Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week

    Requirements:

    • Minimum 1 year experience
    • Active, unencumbered LPN license in KY
    • Must be willing to work in a correctional facility environment

    Certifications:

    • AHA BLS

    Responsibilities:

    • Medication administration and pass under RN supervision
    • Assist RN with patient assessments and care in health care unit and housing units
    • Perform controlled substance counts each shift with proper documentation
    • Obtain EKGs and lab specimens as ordered
    • Respond to medical emergencies and codes per facility protocol
    • Assist with minor procedures as needed
    • Document nursing care using SOAP charting
    • Follow established safety, infection control, and correctional facility protocols