Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: The GEO Group
Location: South Bay
Posted on: January 14, 2021
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Job Description:
12 hour shifts Summary Works under the direct supervision of a
Registered Nurse (RN) in participating in the implementation and
evaluation of the inmates health care needs. Provides comprehensive
nursing care while observing and maintaining the requirements of
security. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Under an RNs
direction, develops nursing care plans on inmates. Performs a
complete physical assessment and medical history as required on
each inmate entering the correctional system. Medical problems are
referred to the physician for extended evaluation. Assists
physician with sick call by screening patients and performing minor
surgical procedures. Treats inmates with problems within
professional capabilities and refers other medical problems to the
appropriate physician. Ensures the implementation of physician's
orders. Ensures that prescribed medications are administered as
ordered using the formulary. Applies knowledge of drugs and
therapeutics in dispensing medication. Makes observation rounds on
patients, and records in progress notes. Evaluates symptoms,
reactions, and progress of patients on periodic basis, charts, and
reports problems to management. Maintains security while dispensing
medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of
drug hoarding and trafficking among inmates. Maintains
non-involvement in the security aspects of care. Destroys and
properly disposes of all needles/syringes. Prepares regularly
scheduled reports and special reports as necessary. Documents all
detainee/inmate contacts. Maintains confidentiality of medical
records. Maintains compliance with industry and company policies
for accreditation. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum
Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state the facility is located.
Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all
times. Two (2) years of direct work experience preferred. Must
possess competence in the performance of the following services:
crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment,
medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care. Must have the
ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing
nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through
treatment. Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: The GEO Group, Miami , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , South Bay, Florida
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