Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago

Everett, United States Snohomish County, WA Full time

BASIC FUNCTION

     Provides basic direct practical nursing care to inmates in the County Jail.

1. Administers and dispenses prescribed medications; sets up medication trays according to written directions.

2. Assists with the preparation of treatment carts of daily treatments such as skin care, dressing changes, ointment applications, ear irrigations and the removal of slivers.

3. Summons help in a medical emergency; performs emergency treatment until the arrival of a registered nurse or a physician; refers cases of severe pain or disorder to supervisor or physician in accordance with established policies.

4. Takes recordings of vital signs including respiration, temperature and blood pressure; determines patient's medical and physical needs; performs emergency medical treatment as required.

5. Charts information on patient's health status records and medication logs and prepares required reports.

6. Maintains inventory records of medications, supplies and equipment.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

7. Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the work area.

8. Performs related duties as required. 

State of Washington Practical Nurse License. Successful completion of National Association of Practical Nursing Education and Service, Inc. (NAPNES) Medication Course is preferred.  Must be a lawful permanent resident or United States citizen.  Must pass job related tests.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for employment must successfully pass a criminal history background investigation, a polygraph examination and a psychological evaluation and pre-employment drug screening. Candidates must be at least 21 years old at the time of application. No maximum age. As a condition of continued employment, must maintain Practical Nurse certification and license as required by applicable statutes.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

 

Knowledge of:

 

*        practical nurse principles, practices and concepts
*        basic problem solving methods
*        clinic medications

 

Ability to:

 

*        utilize basic problem solving skills
*        work and effectively communicate with inmates and co-workers
*        utilize practical nursing knowledge and apply nursing techniques
*        follow oral and written instructions
*        keep records and prepare reports
*        promptly and accurately assess emergency situations

 

SUPERVISION

     Employees independently perform recurring duties as assigned by a registered nurse or practitioner. New or unusual assignments are performed under specific instructions and technical direction by a registered nurse or practitioner.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

     The work is performed in a maximum security detention facility. Employees are required to work weekends, swing shift and holidays as assigned. Employees may be required to restrain, lift or move inmates for emergency medical purposes. There is constant exposure to hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste, bio-hazardous material; pharmaceuticals, infectious diseases and in-person contact with inmates. Physical and mental demands include ability to perform tasks involved in operating common office equipment; move and/or lift up to forty (40) pounds; sit and stand for long periods of time; manual dexterity to include bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and reaching; digital dexterity; talking; seeing; hearing; reasoning and analyzing complex information.  

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. 

EEO policy and ADA notice

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