POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse - Part TimeLOCATION: Northeast NM Correctional FacilityWexford Health Sources, Inc. is a member of the Wexford family: a group of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies. At Wexford Health Sources, Inc., our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. POSITION SUMMARY
- The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
- Under the clinical guidance of Registered Nurses, directs and guides patient teaching activities commensurate with education and demonstrated competencies.
- Under the clinical supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the health care unit and, as necessary in the housing units.
- Assists in planning and implementing individual treatment programs, in the health care unit and housing unit, by utilizing available resources and consulting with registered nurses, physicians and correctional officers.
- Implements medical plan through administering medications and intervention in accordance with provider instructions.
- Documents nursing encounters, patient response, effectiveness, complications etc., and communicate information to supervisory personnel and physicians, in accordance with provider's orders.
Job Requirements:The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.LICENSING: Current, unrestricted New Mexico Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) LicenseCERTIFICATION: Current CPR CertificationEDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of nursingPREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience; correctional experience preferred EOE/M/F/D/V