Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician

1 month ago


Salem, Oregon, United States State of Oregon Full time
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician

About the Job

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse, Health Services Technician to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide clinical, emergency care, and treatment to inmates in a correctional institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing wound care, including post-operative dressings and maintaining aseptic conditions
  • Recognizing signs and symptoms as they relate to the disease process
  • Conducting nursing procedures, including treatments
  • Administering medications, identifying adverse side effects, and notifying RN or physician
  • Using routine equipment, such as stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, and oxygen
  • Providing first aid and CPR
  • Phlebotomy
  • Assessing the severity of an emergency using triage format
  • Developing a treatment plan for a life-threatening emergency and implementing independently
  • Delegating non-nursing duties to unlicensed staff and providing direction
  • Preparing accurate written documentation, records of nursing care given, and patient progress notes
  • Monitoring patient's condition, including vital signs, intravenous fluids, and medication needs
  • Developing and executing a teaching program on medical issues for inmates, residents, or nonmedical personnel
  • Understanding and applying statutes and regulations regarding patient rights and confidentiality
  • Assisting with writing Nursing Policy and Procedures
  • Performing EKGs and taking appropriate referral action
  • Responding tactfully to patients who are combative or hostile
  • Communicating with patients regarding their condition and medical procedures
  • Working effectively with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff
  • Using proper body mechanics to safely lift and maneuver patients and medical equipment

Requirements

  • Two years of experience in the care and treatment of physically ill or injured patients, including training and/or experience in pharmacy and medical laboratory techniques and procedures
  • At the time of appointment, possess an Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse certification and a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Card

Working Conditions

  • Requires working independently with little or no supervision
  • Requires contact with adults in custody, who may become violent, in a prison setting
  • Requires mandatory double shifts occasionally
  • Requires walking or standing for long periods
  • Requires climbing stairs
  • May require limited exertion resulting from patient care
  • Are exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, or other hazards inherent in a health care and correctional setting
  • May require occasional local or in-state travel for training or meetings

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities.

Benefits

  • Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
  • 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
  • Optional short and long-term disability
  • Term life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare

About the Process

  • After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills
  • Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager
  • The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews
  • Interviews will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training
  • Final candidates will have a background check, and reference checks
  • A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages
  • A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.



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