About This Position
We are seeking a Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse for a facility in Baraboo, WI. The Correctional LPN provides professional nursing care in a secure setting, supporting the health and well-being of people in custody. The role combines patient assessment, timely clinical response, medication administration, and accurate documentation while maintaining privacy, safety, and respectful care.
Monday-Friday, 130pm-10pm, NO weekends
Local rates (commuting): $38/hr
Responsibilities:
Carries out nursing care plans on inmates as prescribed or directed by MTA, Physician, and/or RN.
Performs clinical screenings, as necessary, on inmates and refers any medical problems to the MTA, RN, and/or Physician for his/her evaluation.
Screens patients at sick call. Treats inmates with problems within their professional capabilities; refers other medical problems to the appropriate MTA, RN, and/or Physician.
Assists the RN and/or Physician with sick call and minor surgical procedures.
Makes sure that physician's orders are implemented. Uses problem oriented medical records system to chart using narrative format.
Documents all patient contacts.
Maintains confidentiality of medical records.
Records nurse's notes on all inmates.
Evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients on a periodic basis; charts and reports problems to Medical Team Administrator as instructed.
Ensures that prescribed medications are administered.
Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in dispensing medications in a jail setting.
Maintains security while dispensing medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among inmates. Maintains non-involvement in security aspects of care.
Destroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes.
Prepares regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary.
Participates in all continuing education offered by SHP.
Reviews updated resource manuals, asking questions when clarification required.
Fills in for colleagues when short staffed, as requested or able to do so.
Provides and is expected to wear a uniform to signify status as a health care provider.
Maintains cleanliness of work area.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as designated and/or assigned.
Appears in court if subpoenaed, etc.
Pay: From $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Experience
Nursing, Licensed Practical Nurse
Benefits
Health savings account, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Employee assistance program, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance, Referral program
