LPN

LPN Specifics

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)  positions
• Adult corrections
• Renewable assignments
• First shift (6:00am-2:30pm)
• Every other weekend required
• Must attend HERO training

LPN Description of Work

• Conduct patient sick calls weekly
• Assist physician with sick calls as directed
• Use approved facility protocols to treat minor injuries and illnesses that do not require physician attention
• Prepare and administer medications as per the physician's order
• Refer patients to physician’s clinics or hospitals as appropriate
• Maintain stock and supplies in a neat, secure, and orderly manner
• Maintain adequate inventory of drugs and medical supplies
• Prepare medical records, medications, and information for transferring patients
• Ensure that all treatments and medications are fully documented in the patient’s health record
• Other duties as assigned

LPN Requirements

• Active/Clear Licensure by the NC State Board of Nursing
• Minimum 1-year clinical experience
• Direct care experience within the previous year
• Clinical/corrections experience preferred but not mandatory
• Active/Clear CPR and CPI, or NCI (American Heart Association)
• Successful completion of screening/application requirements (e.g., competency testing, drug screening, background check)
• Physical activity requirements include climbing up/downstairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Weekly payroll
• Direct deposit
• Referral Program
• Notification of Expiring Documents
• Earned Vacation
• Matching 3% Retirement Plan (Simple IRA)
• Medical Insurance (several plans to choose from)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance