Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

VitalCore Health StrategiesMason, MI, US

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Job Description

Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care is hiring PRN Licensed Practical Nurses at Ingham County Justice Complex in Mason, Michigan. ( We offer $2 Shift Differential for Night Shifts)

Looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE POSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or other practitioner.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
Possesses an active CPR certification.
Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.

Implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice

setting).

Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.

Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing / bandaging.

Administers medications

Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the HSA, DON, or Registered Nurse.

Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff

Documents actions and medical records

Other nursing duties as assigned by facility

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords : LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Healthcare, Nurse #iINDMI

Days 6AM-6PM

Nights 6PM-6AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse Lpn • Mason, MI, US