Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse

To better serve the community members currently incarcerated in our jail the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office is looking to hire a Corrections Health Nurse to join their team. This person will provide standard nursing care to patients within the correctional facility. Respond to day-to-day medical issues with each patient and to medical emergencies. It is important they be able to work within a correctional facility environment and treat patients with respect.

This role is also responsible for providing direct care and treatment to patients of the correctional facility. Promoting health through education. Assisting in the operation of the health care unit and in the development direction coordination and evaluation of services.

$30.61 - $41.13 per hour* **

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

JOB SCOPE:

Operates from established and well-known procedures as documented in the policy and procedures of Lincoln County

Corrections Health. Decisions are made within written standing orders. Work is performed under the direction of the licensed Medical Provider.

EDUCATION

Associates and/or Professional Certification; Completion of a Licensed Practical Nursing certificate program.

Must possess a valid license to practice in the State of Oregon as Licensed Practical Nurse as defined by statutes or administrative rules which include but are not limited to ORS 678.010 to 678.360 at the time of appointment. The employee is required to maintain current and active licensures and certifications as applicable and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals.

EXPERIENCE

Experience as an LPN is not required however 3 years experience as a non-licensed or licensed caregiver preferred.

DRIVERS LICENSE

Oregon Drivers License required within 30 days of hire.

An extensive background check will be performed: Must be free of conviction of a crime designated under the law where the conviction occurred as being punishable as a felony or as a crime for which a maximum term of imprisonment of more than one (1) year may be imposed; or of violating any law involving the unlawful use possession delivery or manufacture of a controlled substance narcotic or dangerous drug. Dishonorable or undesirable discharge from the military is cause for disqualification. Must be able to pass a law enforcement background check. A psychological assessment will also be administered. Selected candidate must reside within two hours of the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office.

Knowledge of:

• All areas of general healthcare services including medical record keeping practices.
• The principles practices methods and procedures of nursing as applied to primary care.
• The uses and effects of medications narcotics and immunizations provided in a correctional facility; considerable knowledge of issues related to alcohol and drug abuse and psychopathology.
• All clinical skills including physical assessment and interpretation of lab tests.
• Public health laws and regulations.

Skill or ability to:

• Exercise considerable judgment to recognize problems outside of this role and refer appropriately.
• Work with a diverse population from young adults to geriatrics and analyze health problems.
• Utilize community resources.
• Identify community and individual health problems and to plan and administer solutions.
• Plan and evaluate for a wide variety of health issues.
• Administer medications and immunizations.
• Interpret and apply written policies procedures protocols directives and guidelines.
• Establish and maintain accurate legible and complete records of patient care including chart documentation objective data collection treatment provided evaluation of treatment effectiveness patient education provided.
• Learn new information quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Provide professional nursing care independently and courteously meet and deal with patients.
• Prioritize work within the Corrections Health Service office to meet numerous deadlines.
• Function as a member of the healthcare team to collaborate in the development implementation and evaluation of integrated client-centered plans of care.
• Carry out physicians/dentists/nurse practitioners and physicians assistant orders.
• Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information including confidentiality of records as well as deal with sensitive issues such as HIV testing and counseling pregnancy testing and counseling.
• Interact with others be aware of safety and security issues be cognizant of surroundings and possible dangerous situations and perform mobility requirements of the position.
• Respond to medical emergencies in a potentially hazardous and life-threatening environment.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
• Work alone in satellite offices.
• Prepare information for and testify in court cases.
• Maintain awareness of safety regulations and procedures at all times. And the ability to work with inmates.
• Convey information ideas and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors colleagues and individuals inside and outside the county using language and a format the audience will best understand.
• Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g. word processing texts emails spreadsheets department-specific software).
• Effectively relate well with others including supervisors colleagues and individuals inside and outside the county. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time and follow instructions policies and procedures. Meet productivity standards deadlines and work schedules.
• Convey information ideas and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors colleagues and individuals inside and outside the county using language and a format the audience will best understand.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work knowledge skills abilities and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Live and work in one of the most beautiful places in the world! Located on the Central Oregon Coast Lincoln County is a growing dynamic community with a booming tourist industry. From the docks of Newport to the worlds smallest harbor in Depoe Bay Lincoln County has something for everyone!

Lincoln County sits in the Central Oregon Coast boasting miles of stunning beaches. Travelers from all over the world have made Lincoln County a must-see location. From the Kite Festival in Lincoln City Founders Days in Newport and the La De Da Parade in Yachats there is never a celebration too far away! Our vibrant arts community incredible restaurants and hotels and unmatched natural beauty make this a truly amazing place to call home.

Lincoln County is one of the 36 counties in the U.S. state of Oregon. As of the 2020 census its population was 50395. The county seat is Newport where our Health and Human Services Department is headquartered. Lincoln County consists of Lincoln City Depoe Bay Siletz Newport Toledo Waldport and Yachats. Each town along our beautiful coastline offers something a little different and unique from the others and the drive along Highway 101 is a postcard in living color.