CBH Medical
Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) **Up to a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
CBH Medical, Madison Heights, Virginia, United States, 24572
Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Up to a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
About CBH Medical CBH Medical is a visibly different correctional healthcare experience, delivering flexibility, transparency, improved patient health, reporting, and oversight by a leadership team with decades of correctional experience. Founded in 2015, we have proven experience in the successful administration of an effective correctional healthcare service program at several correctional facilities. We take great pride in our medical staff and strive to provide compassionate, comprehensive and effective medical care to all of our patients. CBH Medical provides the highest level possible of customer service, medical experience, and commitment to health and wellness to all our patients. Our best practices enhance performance and focus intensely on each facility’s critical needs. About the role CBH Medical of VA is looking for highly qualified LPNs to provide direct patient care for incarcerated individuals at the Amherst Adult Detention Center. What you'll do Assist patients with ADLs as needed Accurately collect data pertinent to health of inmate including lab specimens, etc. Administer PPD prior to inmate receiving a complete physical examination by the facility’s qualified health professional Support patient sick call within the limits of licensure. Record history, vital signs and gathers other appropriate data for utilization during physician’s sick call. Treat inmates with problems according to established policies and procedures and refer other medical problems to the appropriate clinician Assist clinician with sick call or minor surgical procedures Ensure physician/nursing orders are implemented. Use problem-oriented medical records system to chart using SOAP format Assist with rounds in the infirmary (where appropriate), a minimum of once per shift and record nurse’s notes on all inmates. Identify symptoms, reactions and progress of patients on a periodic basis, chart and report problems to supervisor Ensure prescribed medications are administered as ordered Apply knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in dispensing medications Maintain security while dispensing medications and be continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among inmates Accurately document all medications on the Medication Administration Record (MAR), including patient declines or patients off the housing unit at the time of the medication pass Update the MAR as needed Accurately review MARs at each medication pass, identify medications that require reorders or renewals, and that administered medications are signed for immediately Assure medications are ordered correctly Maintain neatness of the medication cart, medication room and other work areas, stocks as needed. Ensure that the medication cart is ready for subsequent medication passes Maintain accountability for narcotic medications Maintain accountability, destroy and properly dispose of all needles and syringes Be knowledgeable of infection control guidelines and use good universal technique Implement procedures for patient transfers to medical facilities, outside health providers, or transfer within the correctional system Prepare regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary Participate in in-service education, obtaining at least 12 hours annually Encourages, participates, and supports safety program components including development, education, training, and communications regarding mandatory OSHA trainings and employee health and safety programs Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of a state or nationally accredited school of vocational nursing Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply nursing care principles Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of mental illness, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbances, and chemical dependency Proficient in performing blood draws and administering PPD tests 401(k) Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Experience:
Patient care: 2 years (Preferred) Medication administration: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification:
LPN (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Job:
Full-Time Night Shift
(36/48 hour rotating weekly schedule)
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Up to a $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
About CBH Medical CBH Medical is a visibly different correctional healthcare experience, delivering flexibility, transparency, improved patient health, reporting, and oversight by a leadership team with decades of correctional experience. Founded in 2015, we have proven experience in the successful administration of an effective correctional healthcare service program at several correctional facilities. We take great pride in our medical staff and strive to provide compassionate, comprehensive and effective medical care to all of our patients. CBH Medical provides the highest level possible of customer service, medical experience, and commitment to health and wellness to all our patients. Our best practices enhance performance and focus intensely on each facility’s critical needs. About the role CBH Medical of VA is looking for highly qualified LPNs to provide direct patient care for incarcerated individuals at the Amherst Adult Detention Center. What you'll do Assist patients with ADLs as needed Accurately collect data pertinent to health of inmate including lab specimens, etc. Administer PPD prior to inmate receiving a complete physical examination by the facility’s qualified health professional Support patient sick call within the limits of licensure. Record history, vital signs and gathers other appropriate data for utilization during physician’s sick call. Treat inmates with problems according to established policies and procedures and refer other medical problems to the appropriate clinician Assist clinician with sick call or minor surgical procedures Ensure physician/nursing orders are implemented. Use problem-oriented medical records system to chart using SOAP format Assist with rounds in the infirmary (where appropriate), a minimum of once per shift and record nurse’s notes on all inmates. Identify symptoms, reactions and progress of patients on a periodic basis, chart and report problems to supervisor Ensure prescribed medications are administered as ordered Apply knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in dispensing medications Maintain security while dispensing medications and be continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among inmates Accurately document all medications on the Medication Administration Record (MAR), including patient declines or patients off the housing unit at the time of the medication pass Update the MAR as needed Accurately review MARs at each medication pass, identify medications that require reorders or renewals, and that administered medications are signed for immediately Assure medications are ordered correctly Maintain neatness of the medication cart, medication room and other work areas, stocks as needed. Ensure that the medication cart is ready for subsequent medication passes Maintain accountability for narcotic medications Maintain accountability, destroy and properly dispose of all needles and syringes Be knowledgeable of infection control guidelines and use good universal technique Implement procedures for patient transfers to medical facilities, outside health providers, or transfer within the correctional system Prepare regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary Participate in in-service education, obtaining at least 12 hours annually Encourages, participates, and supports safety program components including development, education, training, and communications regarding mandatory OSHA trainings and employee health and safety programs Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of a state or nationally accredited school of vocational nursing Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply nursing care principles Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of mental illness, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbances, and chemical dependency Proficient in performing blood draws and administering PPD tests 401(k) Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Experience:
Patient care: 2 years (Preferred) Medication administration: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification:
LPN (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Job:
Full-Time Night Shift
(36/48 hour rotating weekly schedule)
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