Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN

Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Ogden
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team! Apply today, and help us to make a difference: https://vitalcorehs.com/careers VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Licensed Practical Nurses at Weber County Correctional Facility in Ogden, Utah for Full-Time, Day and Night Shifts! Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package? At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical 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 PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: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 DayMedical/Dental/Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityIdentity Theft ProtectionAnimal/Pet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program and Discount Center401KPTOAnnual Incentive BonusLICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SCHEDULEDay Shift (5 AM - 5:30 PM)Night Shift (5:30 PM - 5 AM) LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE POSITION SUMMARYThe 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 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSGraduate 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. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe LPN utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.The LPN implements nursing care within the LPN's scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice setting).The LPN 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.The LPN cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.The LPN administers medications to offenders.The LPN provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. Keywords: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Facility, Nurse.EEO#indmg#ZR Day Shift (5 AM - 5:30 PM)Night Shift (5:30 PM - 5 AM)PI32813846-25660-0c6e013c6696

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