Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: September 21, 2024
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Job Description:
Join the VitalCore Team in Colorado! We're people fueled by
passion, not by profit!VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an
industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has openings for
Licensed Practical Nurses at El Paso County Jail in Colorado
Springs, Colorado for Full-Time, Day and Night Shift!!! (We offer
$5 Night Shift Differential).Looking for a rewarding career with
competitive wages, annual incentive bonus, and excellent benefits
package?At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring
compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing
quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how
VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment
that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and
dedication of our staff.LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) BENEFITS
PACKAGE:Holiday Pay: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day,
Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's
Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas DayMedicalDentalVisionHealth
Savings AccountLife InsuranceShort Term/Long Term
DisabilityIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance
Program and Discount Center401K & Plan MatchingPTOAnnual Incentive
BonusDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountLICENSED PRACTICAL
NURSE (LPN) SCHEDULE:Full TimeDay ShiftNight ShiftPRN($5 shift
differential)LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) 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 (LPN) 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 practicesetting).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
to offenders.Provides for the care of multiple patients as directed
by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.Monitors vital
signs and reports changes to appropriate medical staff.Documents
actions in the MAR and medical records.Other nursing duties as
assigned by facility.LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) 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.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 Facility, Nurse #INDCO Full TimeDay
Shift Night Shift($5 night shift differential!!)Compensation
details: 29-33 Hourly WagePId9678e05f970-25660-35615086
Keywords: VitalCore Health Strategies, Colorado Springs , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , Colorado Springs, Colorado
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