Licensed Practical Nurse

  • GENESYS Health Alliance
  • Waycross, GA
  • time-alarm-solid 03-01-2024

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Madison County Jail through GENESYS Health Alliance. As a valued member of our healthcare initiatives, you will play a critical role in administering medical care to detainees in a correctional setting. Our commitment to quality healthcare and uncompromising standards makes us a reliable leader in the field.

Responsibilities

  • Administer routine and emergency medical care to detainees.
  • Treat acute and chronic illnesses and injuries.
  • Provide patient treatments such as blood pressure checks, glucose monitoring, and nebulizer treatments.
  • Ensure all referrals and medications are administered following protocols.
  • Screen and explain treatment procedures to patients upon admission.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited licensed practical nursing program.
  • Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
  • Basic Life Support certification.
  • Correctional nursing experience preferred.
  • Ability to obtain security clearance and pass background checks.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with an hourly wage of $24-24.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) matching after one year.
  • Supplemental plans for life, cancer, accident, and short-term disability.
  • Paid holidays and generous PTO.

Physical Setting

Work in a corrections environment (Jail / Prison / Detention Center).

GENESYS Health Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.