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Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights Only), Laramie County Detention Center
Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights Only), Laramie County Detention CenterMymedtrust • Cheyenne, WY, US
Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights Only), Laramie County Detention Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights Only), Laramie County Detention Center

Mymedtrust • Cheyenne, WY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Position Details :

  • 36 hours / week, alternating weekends
  • 6 PM to 6 : 30 AM

The expectation is to work at the adult facility which houses over 100 inmates waiting for trial or sentencing.

Responsibilities :

  • Responds to health emergencies throughout the facility
  • Collaborates with the family nurse practitioner regarding patient status and treatment needed
  • Monitors medication compliance and reports to Health Services Administrator and FNP
  • Follows all Laramie County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contacts
  • Delivers care in accordance with established MedTrust Policies and Procedures
  • Makes referrals to appropriate community resources in preparation for release from custody
  • Communicates concerns regarding patient safety and behavior to appropriate medical and security personnel
  • Communicates the need for special housing to appropriate medical and security personnel
  • Conducts daily rounds on patients and determines appropriate housing recommendations
  • Thoroughly documents all patient encounters in electronic or paper medical record in accordance with MedTrust Policies and Procedures
  • Attends special needs and Medical Administrative Committee meetings with detention administration and mandatory monthly staff meetings with medical staff
  • Key Responsibilities

    Provide quality care.

    Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

    Must have an active, unrestricted Compact license

    MUST have 1 year experience as an LPN

    Corrections experience preferred

    Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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