The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH)
LPN - Correctional Medicine 72hrs Biweekly Days
The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH), Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
LPN – Correctional Medicine 72hrs Biweekly Days
Join the MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH) as a Licensed Practical Nurse in correctional medicine. This 72‑hour biweekly position covers 6:45 am‑7:15 pm with rotating weekends and holidays.
Location County Correctional
Biweekly Hours 72 hours
Shift 6:45 am‑7:15 pm, rotating weekends and holidays
Summary Assumes responsibilities for direct nursing care of assigned inmates/patients, adolescent through adult, under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician in a correctional facility that may house 1,300‑2,000 inmates. Serves an underserved, high‑need population experiencing mental health issues, substance use disorders and complex medical needs. Provides nursing services in accordance with the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse license. Upholds the mission, vision, values and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Responsibilities Provides direct nursing care to inmates/patients across a range of ages, performs assessments, administers medications, participates in emergency response, documents patient care and performs routine care within the scope of practice.
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing.
Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State of Ohio through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Certification to pass medications and completion of an Ohio Board of Nursing IV therapy course.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification, or obtains within 90 days of hire.
Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Preferred: One year experience in an inpatient or long‑term care setting, as appropriate.
Physical Requirements
May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Ability to lift 250‑300 pounds with assistance.
Ability to push/pull up to 500 pounds with assistance.
Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
Requires some exposure to chemicals.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Location County Correctional
Biweekly Hours 72 hours
Shift 6:45 am‑7:15 pm, rotating weekends and holidays
Summary Assumes responsibilities for direct nursing care of assigned inmates/patients, adolescent through adult, under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician in a correctional facility that may house 1,300‑2,000 inmates. Serves an underserved, high‑need population experiencing mental health issues, substance use disorders and complex medical needs. Provides nursing services in accordance with the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse license. Upholds the mission, vision, values and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.
Responsibilities Provides direct nursing care to inmates/patients across a range of ages, performs assessments, administers medications, participates in emergency response, documents patient care and performs routine care within the scope of practice.
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing.
Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State of Ohio through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Certification to pass medications and completion of an Ohio Board of Nursing IV therapy course.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification, or obtains within 90 days of hire.
Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Preferred: One year experience in an inpatient or long‑term care setting, as appropriate.
Physical Requirements
May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Ability to lift 250‑300 pounds with assistance.
Ability to push/pull up to 500 pounds with assistance.
Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
Requires some exposure to chemicals.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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