Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct clinical nursing care and health monitoring within a federally contracted ICE residential facility. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers the LPN delivers patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment and must demonstrate strong clinical judgment professionalism and composure in emergency situations.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Clinical Nursing Care

• Perform nursing assessments health screenings vital signs monitoring medication administration wound care and other nursing interventions within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers in the evaluation and management of acute and chronic medical conditions including pediatric patients.
• Conduct welfare checks and line-of-sight monitoring for residents with identified medical or behavioral health concerns.
• Ensure residents have uninterrupted access to prescribed medications and maintain medication storage in accordance with facility protocols.
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies including activating emergency response systems and coordinating transfers for higher levels of care when necessary.

Population Health & Preventive Care

• Conduct intake health screenings document health histories immunization status communicable disease screening results and immediate medical needs.
• Monitor for communicable diseases implement infection control measures and assist with vaccinations and TB screening in accordance with applicable guidelines.
• Provide health education and support dietary accommodations for residents with identified medical needs.

Behavioral Health & Trauma-Informed Support

• Apply trauma-informed care principles in all resident interactions.
• Observe document and report behavioral health concerns referring residents for additional services as appropriate.
• Utilize de-escalation and motivational interviewing techniques and comply with mandatory reporting requirements for abuse neglect sexual assault or other reportable incidents.

Emergency & Safety Operations

• Participate in emergency drills evacuation procedures and safety training; support the facilitys emergency action plan including mass casualty and infectious disease protocols.
• Collaborate with security transportation and facility management teams during emergency situations including off-site medical escorts and hospital admissions.
• Ensure medical equipment supplies and emergency kits are consistently stocked inspected and functional.

Documentation Compliance & Coordination

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation medication records referrals and reports of significant medical events.
• Report changes in resident health status and medical emergencies in accordance with facility requirements.
• Adhere to all applicable standards policies confidentiality requirements and resident rights protections.
• Participate in shift briefings staff training audits and compliance activities.

Required Qualifications & Core Competencies:

• Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the State of Louisiana
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital urgent care community health public health correctional health or residential care setting.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (must be maintained throughout employment).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (up to and including a Tier 4 DHS clearance).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident with proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment with the possibility of rotating shifts overnight weekends and holidays.
• Strong interpersonal communication and documentation skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.
• Pediatric nursing experience
• Proficiency in nursing assessment medication administration wound care and clinical documentation.
• Familiarity with infection control communicable disease management public health protocols and EHR systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing is required.

Desired Skills:

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Experience in residential humanitarian correctional immigration or similar settings.
• Experience providing nursing care to diverse patient populations with preference for experience working with immigrant migrant refugee or underserved communities.
• Training or experience in trauma-informed care motivational interviewing crisis intervention or de-escalation.
• Additional certifications such as IV Therapy Pediatric First Aid or PALS preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following screening:
• • Federal background investigation (up to and including a Tier 4 DHS clearance)
  • Criminal history check
  • Verification of employment and education history
  • Compliance with all government credentialing requirements
  • Drug Screening
• Employees must adhere to all federal security confidentiality and operational protocols while working within government facilities.
• Must be able to speak read and write in English
• Anovaeon operates 24 hours/365 days and requires the flexibility to work additional hours nights weekends and holidays
• Must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Internal background check to the satisfaction of contract requirements.
• If applicable Child Abuse/ Neglect Report (CAN) or child protective services check with no adverse findings.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during facility operations (up to 812 hours per shift).
• Ability to lift carry and move medical supplies equipment and patients as needed up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend stoop kneel reach and perform repetitive motions during patient care activities.
• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods while conducting clinical documentation.
• Capability to work in varied environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor temperature variations).
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations throughout the facility at any hour.
• Visual acuity for detailed clinical work reading medication labels and conducting health assessments.
• Auditory ability to conduct patient assessments monitor facility conditions and communicate effectively in a busy operational environment.

Work Environment:

Fully onsite position within a federally contracted ICE residential facility. Work involves regular interaction with a diverse population. The role may involve exposure to stressful or emotionally demanding situations and requires professionalism cultural sensitivity and adherence to all facility security and confidentiality requirements.

Other Duties & Information:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Travel Requirements: None
• Location: On-Site

About Anovaeon LLC:

Anovaeon LLC is a solutions-driven company providing end-to-end expertise in humanitarian response. We dont staff projectswe bring the right teams with the right tools guided by innovative leadership that together deliver operational success. From disaster response and recovery to migration and emergency preparedness we integrate strategic leadership with hands-on execution. Our team combines deep industry experience with data-driven solutions ensuring our partners are well equipped to mitigate crises effectively and deliver real impact and mission success.

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