Travel ContractLicensed Practical Nurse – Correctional Health
$1,762/week
Licensed Practical Nurse – Correctional Health
Eloy, Arizona
Saguaro Correctional Center
$1,762/weekPosted 1 hour ago
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Job Opportunity: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Eloy, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Health Services
Contract Length: 6 weeks
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for performing basic nursing duties including:
- Executing physician orders
- Operating pill call and sick call
- Assisting physicians in examinations and treatments
- Performing technical/clinical procedures within the scope of LPN licensure
- Managing medication dispensing and documentation
- Maintaining medical supplies and equipment inventory
- Performing emergency procedures as needed
- Documenting and reporting activities according to policies
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in evaluating medical services to prevent duplication or inappropriate use
- Maintain security and confidentiality of medical records
- Observe and record patient behavior
- Inspect medical units for contraband and safely store or dispose of supplies
- Prepare and maintain medical records, reports, and logs
- Interpret medical and legal documents related to patient care
- Communicate effectively with administration, staff, patients, and visitors
- Support accreditation efforts (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) by providing appropriate medical services
- Prepare safety and accident reports and respond to emergencies
- Escort or coordinate patient movement for medical treatment
- Conduct investigations as directed, exercising independent judgment
- Work rotating shifts and perform security checks in confined areas
- Handle potentially hostile environments with tact and professionalism
Required Qualifications
- Valid LPN/LVN license in Arizona
- Minimum of 1 year of LPN/LVN experience within the last year
- Correctional healthcare experience preferred
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Saguaro Correctional Center
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