Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Correctional Health
Eloy, Arizona
Saguaro Correctional Center

Job Opportunity: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Eloy, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Health Services
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will perform basic nursing duties including:

• Executing physician orders
• Operating pill call and sick call
• Assisting physicians with 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

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating medical services to prevent duplication or inappropriate use
• Maintain security and confidentiality of medical records
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior
• Inspect medical unit for contraband and safely store or dispose of supplies
• Prepare and maintain various medical and operational records and reports
• Interpret medical and legal documents related to patient care
• Communicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates/residents, and visitors
• Support accreditation efforts (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) by providing appropriate medical services
• Prepare safety and accident reports and respond to serious incidents
• Escort or coordinate movement of inmates/residents for medical treatment
• Conduct investigations and inquiries as directed, exercising independent judgment
• Work rotating shifts and perform security checks in confined areas
• Handle potentially hostile or abusive interactions professionally

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing with LPN certification
• Licensed as an LPN in the state of Arizona
• Valid driver’s license

Experience Requirements

• No specific years of experience required
• No prior travel experience explicitly required

Additional Information

• Work environment may include exposure to hostile or antagonistic behavior
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and in confined areas

This position is suitable for LPNs interested in travel assignments within a correctional healthcare setting.