Licensed Practical nurse

Job Title : Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location : Monroe, GA

Responsibilities :

Implements individualized treatment programs as directed by the Health Care Practitioner.

Count controlled substances, syringes, needles, and sharps at the beginning of each shift with another staff member and sign count logs

Communicate information to nursing staff, physicians, health care unit supervisory personnel, and other staff as necessary.

Respect the dignity and confidentiality of patients.

Attends mandatory staff meetings and training.

Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations.

Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations.

Requirements :

Current, unencumbered Nursing License

At least 1 year of correctional experience required.

Basic computer skills for charting

Ability to work as part of team and multi-task

Candidates must pass a criminal background check including an FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Check and Pre-employment drug screen.