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(Archived) LPN - Corrections
Job Description
Ghost RX is looking for an LPN to work at the Orange County Correctional Facility in Orlando, FL.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited LPN program. Must have a current valid Florida License Practical Nurse license. Proficient in the use of computers. Must be able to work a variety of shifts; including nights and weekends.
General Functions
Performs nursing duties requiring skills and judgments in the care and treatment of patients in a correctional setting using nursing principles and techniques for a variety of patient problems. Direct supervision is received from the RN, the nursing supervisor and/or staff physician.
Representative Duties /Assignments
- Primary duties functions as medication and treatment nurse.
- Monitors medication compliance in accordance with established protocols.
- Accurately documents the administration of medication and treatments provided. Observes patients for deviations from normal conditions, documents changes and notifies appropriate.
- Carries out treatment plans as established by the medical team.
- Obtains urine, blood and other specimens for laboratory examinations.
- Assists physicians in clinic areas.
- Responds to all emergencies.
- Maintains unit compliance for inspections.
- Participates in in-service training programs and mandatory continuing education.
- Provides routine clinic tasks as needed.
- Other related duties as assigned.