Licensed Practical Nurse

2 months ago


Leavenworth, Kansas, United States UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in supporting the Medication Management, Administration, and Distribution Services (MMADS) effort located at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and distribute medication to inmates at the Midwest Joint Regional Correctional Facility (MJRCF) and the United States Disciplinary Barracks (USDB).
  • Work under the supervision of a registered nurse and may supervise unlicensed nursing assistants and other LPNs.
  • Prepare, set up, and deliver daily inmate medications.
  • Observe and report any reactions and/or side effects to medication taken by the inmate.
  • Document the administered medication on the patient's medication administration record (MAR).
  • Conduct lifesaving measures in emergency situations, including CPR, deploying the AED, bag recitation, assessing and treating trauma, and reading of vital signs.
  • Provide nursing care requiring an understanding of diseases and illnesses sufficient to enhance communications with physicians, registered nurses, and patients.
  • Follow established policies, practices, and procedures, using judgment to vary the sequence of procedures based on patient condition and previous instructions.
Requirements
  • Possess a diploma as a graduate from a nationally accredited or state-approved vocational nursing program.
  • Possess a current unrestricted registered nurse license and be able to obtain and maintain an unrestricted registered nurse license from either the State of Kansas or Missouri within six months of hire.
  • Have and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from The American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
  • Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Security Clearance Requirements

There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required.



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