Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs or LVNs) Full Time

NaphCare is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team of medical professionals inTucson Arizonawhere we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in thePima County Detention Center. We currently have Full Time positions available!

As aCorrectional Nurse you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is top priority and the days are never dull you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments administering medications managing chronic illnesses and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights dignity and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Performing patient assessments interviewing patients about current health problems medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure temperature and weight
• Providing wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
• Administering medication including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds
• Maintaining medical records including entering information into our electronic health record TechCare
• Observing patient health and mental health status
• Providing emergency first aid
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Possess an active CPR certification
• Must pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screening

Experience / Skills

• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies procedures and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals promote educational growth and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

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Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what its like to work in a jail See what our LPNs do:

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