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(Archived) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - FT 2nd Shift - Rochester, NY

Last Updated: 5/16/19

Job Description

We are looking for dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work full time on the 2nd shift in the medical department at the Monroe County Jail located in Rochester, NY. We are currently offering a $5,000 Sign On Bonus for these full time positions! In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under supervision of an RN.

Job Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include:

  • Maintaining a professional nursing attitude at all times

  • Using factual data and sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of a staff nurse

  • Maintaining security of all medical records

  • Advising Health Services Administrator and charge nurse if these situations arise.

  • Monitoring and recommend methods to improve operational efficiency and cost containment effectiveness

  • Ensuring strict compliance to all applicable pharmacy regulations

  • Monitoring physical safety requirements for inmate/patients and staff to ensure a safe working environment

  • Notifying Health Services Administrator of safety hazards

  • Assisting Registered Nurse in coordinating in-service programs, which are aligned with the medical program

  • Assisting head nurse to coordinate monthly health care staff meetings, as assigned

  • Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws

  • Conducting sick call for inmate / patients and provide treatment for selected minor illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by PCM Medical Director

  • Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions and progress of inmates / patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of nursing care

  • Record, retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record

  • Accompanies and assists PCM physicians during facility rounds

This position provides a 2 week orientation period where you will be training on-the-job and shadowing with the nursing staff.

Benefits:

PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a flexible spending account.

Job Requirements:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a fast paced position and as such we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse must be licensed to practice nursing in the state in which the facility is located.Other requirements for the Licensed Practical Nurse include:

  • Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of New York

  • Ability to communicate effectively

  • Ability to function under supervision

  • Demonstrate clinical competency

  • Experience in correctional health care delivery system, a plus

Company Overview:

Correctional nursing provides a challenging and exciting world of opportunities for nurses today. In correctional healthcare, nurses are provided the opportunity to apply their hands-on assessment and clinical nursing skills on a day-to-day basis.Correctional healthcare is similar to working in an emergency room or a clinic. Each day is both challenging and rewarding in Correctional Healthcare. Nurses are involved in healthcare emergencies, physical health assessments, initial screenings, medication distribution, nurse sick call, and chronic care clinics. Nurses will also provide assistance to physicians, psychiatrists and dentists.PrimeCare Medical is dedicated to its employees. PrimeCare Medical will provide the knowledge and training to administer premier healthcare in the correctional environment.

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Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare!

Company Details

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. (PCM) has been in operation since 1986. We’re a private, physician founded correctional healthcare practice. We provide comprehensive medical and mental healthcare services to over 70 county jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers throughout 5 different states in the Northeastern US (i.e. Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, New York, and New Hampshire).Our medica...