Licensed Practical Nurse

6 days ago


Athens, Georgia, United States MEDIKO Full time
Job Details

At MEDIKO, we are committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive medical and mental health care to underserved populations in our communities.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Athens-Clarke County Jail. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will work closely with our center's physician to provide proper medical care for patients, schedule dental and medical appointments, and administer medicine dosage and treatment per physician's orders.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the center's physician in providing proper medical care for patients
  • Schedule dental and medical appointments per Physician's orders
  • Provide emergency medical assistance
  • Conduct medical history interviews and prepare medical history and physical reports
  • Assist the center's Physician in conducting sick call
  • Administer medicine dosage and treatment per Physician's orders
  • Maintain control of all medications and drugs on hand in accordance with policies and procedures
  • Ensure that policies and procedures regarding the Medical Department are followed
  • Complete reports and medical forms
  • Ensure medical office is clean and properly stocked, and all medications and supplies are promptly ordered
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Completion of an Accredited Nursing Program leading to licensure with the ability to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
  • High school graduate or equivalent, and must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
  • Active, unencumbered state/commonwealth Licensed Practical Nurse license
  • Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience, preferably in a correctional center
  • Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved)
  • Combination of education and experience equivalent to these qualifications may be substituted
Benefits
  • Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
  • Employer-paid Life insurance policy/AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan
  • CEUs paid for by MEDIKO
  • Generous paid time off including 10 Holidays
  • Participation in the MEDIKO retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program

Please visit our website at [website URL] to learn more about opportunities with us.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.



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