Licensed Practical Nurse - Psych

$28.04 - $35.31 / hour

$28.04 - $35.31 / hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures.
Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures.
Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Qualifications:

Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Must be licensed in the state of employment.
At least One (1) Year of Psych experience as a LPN is preferred.
A valid driver's license is required.
Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.

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