LPN
Company: Wexford Health Sources
Location: Fishers
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Job Description:
Licensed Practical Nurse Full Time (36 hours/week) Pendleton
Correctional Facility Pendleton, IN Pay starting at $21.00/hr for
BRAND NEW LPNs Night Shift Differentials: - Weekday Night =
$3.00/hr - Weekend Night = $4.00/hr Ask about our $1,500 Sign-On
Bonus & Tuition Assistant Program! Wexford of Indiana LLC is a
member of the Wexford family of companies: a group of the nation's
leading innovative correctional health care companies. Wexford
provides clients with experienced management; technologically
advanced services; and programs that control costs while ensuring
quality of care. For more than two decades, the Wexford companies
have consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full
range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization
management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality
management services. At Wexford of Indiana LLC, our philosophy is
that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We
simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is
our venue. Were proud to offer a competitive benefits package
including: Annual review with performance increase Generous
paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid
holidays Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue
Shield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement saving plans
Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and dependent care
spending account POSITION SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of
the designated Wexford Health manager and clinical supervision from
the Director of Nursing, Registered Nurses, Medical Director and/or
Indiana DOC personnel as appropriate, the LPN is responsible for
assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing
process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation;
Under the guidance of Registered Nurses, directs and guides patient
teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated
competencies. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES The Licensed Practical Nurse
shall provide a range of services to the center including
assessment, medication delivery, non-professional nursing care
duties and assisting Registered Nurses and medical personnel. Under
the supervision of a Physician or Registered Nurse, performs
non-professional nursing care duties in the assessment of the
physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the
Health Care Unit and, as necessary in the housing units. Assists in
planning individual treatment programs by utilizing available
resources in planning care and consults with registered nurses,
physicians and correctional officers. Assists in implementing
individual treatment programs in the Health Care Unit and, as
necessary, in the housing unit. Implements clinical and technical
aspects of care in accordance with established policies and
procedures. Implements medical plan through administering
medications and intervention in accordance with physician
instructions. Documents nursing encounters, patient response,
effectiveness, complications, etc., and communicates information to
supervisory personnel and physicians, in accordance with physician
orders. Observes, records and reports symptoms, reactions, and
changes in the condition of all patients. Uses available in-house
resource personnel and departments for treatment/consultation.
Carries out designated nursing procedures. Respects dignity and
confidentiality of patients. Takes vital signs (temperature, pulse,
respiration and blood pressure). Applies and changes dressings.
Provides for emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
Assists with activities of daily living with special attention to
therapeutic significance. Assists in maintaining working and living
areas and supplies in good order. Serves as a member of a nursing
care and treatment team. Assists with orientation of new employees
Assists physician as assigned. Supervises inmates in the
maintenance, cleanliness and sanitation of the environment.
Administers medications and injections Assesses personal and
learning development needs. Plans and implements program to meet
identified needs through in-service attendance and other format and
informal means. Demonstrated knowledge of, and performs nursing
policies and procedures. Supports philosophy, objectives and goals
of nursing department. Performs within the normal limits of the
State Nursing Practice Act, Code of Ethics for Nurses, policies and
procedures and facility policy/procedures and standards. Maintains
the confidentiality of inmate records. Approaches change in a
positive manner. Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to
the Medical Director. Accepts constructive criticism in stressful
situations. Upon receiving the necessary training and/or
instruction, perform other duties as required or assigned. The
duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll
purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional
facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates,
correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes
may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors
and indoors in buildings without air conditioning. Job
Requirements: The following requirements list the minimum to
qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may
be accepted. TRAVEL: Minimal travel required. LICENSING: Currently
licensed as an LPN in the state of Indiana CERTIFICATION: Current
CPR certification EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited School of
Nursing PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: One (1) year clinical experience
Keywords: Wexford Health Sources, Fishers , LPN, Healthcare , Fishers, Indiana
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