Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Locations:
- Columbia Station Ohio 44028
- Leavittsburg Ohio 44430
- Marysville Ohio 43040
- Mount Vernon Ohio 43050
- Orient Ohio 43146
- Chillicothe Ohio 45601
- Caldwell Ohio 43724
- Gallipolis Ohio 45631
- Toledo Ohio 43608
Required Documents:
Active CPR/ BLS Certification
Active LPN License in Ohio
Pay Range - $26-32/hr (Negotiable and based on experience)
Length of Assignment: 6-12months / may extend further
Hours per Week: 40hr (Possible Temp to Perm)
Shift : Days / Evenings / Nights (8hours) (Candidate's schedule can be also consider as per there availability)
Weekends: Varied
JOB DUTIES:
JOB DUTIES IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE: (These duties are illustrative only. Incumbents may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.)
l Assesses physical needs and evaluates medical requirements of inmates; determines the nature and severity of inmate injuries or diseases and treats when appropriate through the Physician's standing orders or refers to the licensed physician when necessary.
l Completes accurate and thorough medical documentation, including inmate medical charts, medication records, daily activity logs, and pharmacy records.
l Prepares and dispenses medication within the county corrections facility. Responsible for adherence to quality assurance protocols through records review, proper storage, adequate stocking, and documentation of medications.
l Orders and accounts for appropriate medications through state contract distributor or local pharmacy.
l Completes billing paperwork upon receipt of medications, medical equipment, and supplies for the facility and inmates.
l Assessment and follow through on all nursing contact and appropriate reporting of information to the physician. Assuring consultation with outside agencies when necessary.
l Educates staff and inmates in relation to disease process and plan for treatment.
l Perform other duties as assigned.
