Job Title: Correctional Licensed Practical NursennPay: $35-$40 an hr | Bi-weeklynnJob Type: Onsite in Somerset, PAnnShift Options:nn1:30 pm - 10:00 pm, 8 hour shift only, Every Other WeekendnnCorrectional Licensed Practical Nurse Overview:nnPerforms all aspects of general nursing care and clinical duties for which licensing and training applynReports to work on a regular basis and performs duties for the entire work shift.nMust be available to work overtime as required by management.nMust negotiate stairways in housing units to provide nursing assistance when called to the site.nInteracts with inmate clients to resolve conflicts related to their health care and to supervise them as they work in the medical department.nCommunicate both written and orally effectively.nLift and/or support to reposition transfer and ambulate inmates.nPush and pull to move inmates in geri-wheel chairs and meal/medication carts.nManual dexterity of upper extremities to perform direct patient care.nCorrected vision to be able to visually assess inmates and maintain personal safety.nMust hear sufficiently to communicate and/or telephone and use of stethoscope.nImplements nursing care plans as assigned and directed by the Registered Nurse or Physician by checking vital signs administering medications performing treatments utilizing restorative techniques and activities of daily living and reinforces education in order to ensure quality service is provided.nAssesses inmates’ needs by appropriate observations and reports physical and emotional behavior of inmates.nPrepares and administers medications ordered by the physician and records the administration of medications and treatments.nCarries out therapeutic treatment prescribed or ordered for the inmate.nAdheres to all infection control procedures.nCompletes or assists inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to insure basic physical care needs are met.nInventories supplies and equipment and maintains adequate stock of all treatment areas.nAssists in preparing medical incident reports on injuries or sudden illnesses of inmates.nSterilizes supplies and instruments using chemical and steam methods.nAdministers visual acuity tele binocular examinations ekg’s. etc.nResponds to emergencies and administer first aid and CPR when appropriate medical conditions are present.nMaintains job skills by attendance at mandatory in-service out-service and meetings.nnCorrectional Licensed Practical Nurse Qualifications:nnRequires current Pennsylvania License for Practical Nurse or is eligible to sit for the Practical Nurse Licensure Examination.nProficient computer skills to include but not limited to Microsoft Office products.nAbility to enter health data for residents into electronic medical records data base.nnCorrectional Licensed Practical Nurse Benefits:nnBenefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.nA 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates.nnHow to Apply:nnIf you are interested in this position, please apply OR submit your resume to:nnSaw Hlaing | | 412-790-5425