Licensed Practical Nurse

1 week ago

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Wexford Health Sources Inc Full time
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Wexford Health Sources Inc. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care in a correctional healthcare setting.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Under the clinical guidance of registered nurses, directs and guides patient teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated competencies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the assessment of the physical, psychological, and social dimensions of patients in the healthcare unit and, as necessary, in the housing units.
  • Assist in planning and implementing individual treatment programs, in the healthcare unit and housing unit, by utilizing available resources and consulting with registered nurses, PA/NPs, physicians, and correctional officers.
  • Implement medical plans through administering medications and interventions in accordance with provider instructions.
  • Document nursing encounters, patient response, effectiveness, complications, etc., and communicate information to supervisory personnel and physicians, PA/NPs, and RNs in accordance with provider orders.
  • Ensure accurate and safe administration of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) which may include crushing doses and/or monitoring patients after dosing.
  • Work openly and effectively with multidisciplinary teams in the treatment of patients with substance use disorder, including those on MOUD.
  • Assist in maintaining working and living areas and supplies in good order.
  • Serve as a member of a nursing care and treatment team, and assist physician as assigned.
  • Use available in-house resource personnel and departments for treatment/consultation.
  • Implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure).
  • Apply and change dressings.
  • Provide for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
  • Assist with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance.
  • Supervise inmates in the maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitation of the environment.
Requirements
  • Current, unrestricted Louisiana Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) License
  • Current CPR Certification
  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
  • Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience; correctional experience preferred

We offer a competitive benefits package, including performance check-ins with annual merit increase, generous paid-time off program, paid holidays, comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement saving plan, company-paid short-term disability, healthcare and dependent care spending account, and continuing education options.

Join Wexford Health Sources Inc. and become part of a team that cares for patients who cannot care for themselves. We heal and rehabilitate thousands of incarcerated patients every day. If you are looking for a position that empowers you to do more, then look at Wexford Health.

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