Travel LPN - 3x12 - Corrections - $1384/Weekly Gross

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care and demonstrate proficiency in various nursing skills. This role involves working closely with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care in diverse settings, including senior care and critical care environments.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible to the Registered Nurse for nursing care provided in a designated correctional clinic or specialized area in compliance with medical plans, policies, and orders for patient care and treatment. Duties include:

• Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals.
• Administer and document medication as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting.
• Document all health care rendered on the medical records.
• Assist Physician as needed.
• Transcribe all MD orders from medical records.
• Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer.
• Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions.
• Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees.
• Participate in employee health issues as directed, i.e. TB screening, Hepatitis B injections, flu injections, and post exposure assessment.
• Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological, and security needs of the inmate are met.
• Assist in planning and coordination of nursing services required to meet the total health care needs of the patients in a 24 hour/7-day week medical clinic.
• Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory.
• Participates in inmate health education.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina minimum requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:
Must be licensed by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or qualifying compact state.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Travel nursing

Pay: $1,384.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance