Licensed Practical Nurse

JOB The Pennington County Sheriff's Office currently has multiple vacancies on our Medical team. If you are interested in serving a diverse population of inmates and detainees, this position is for you. This is an excellent opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a variety of work assignments, a fast-paced environment and the autonomy to utilize a wide array of skills. The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office offers a comprehensive benefit package, including Health, Dental, Vision and South Dakota Retirement. Employees will receive paid time off, to include 2 weeks of vacation per year, paid sick leave and Holiday hours.Pay is commensurate with certification level. This position has the potential to work evening and weekend hours. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES As a part of a larger medical team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) evaluates inmates/clients/detainees and provides comprehensive medical care, while observing and maintaining the requirements of security within the Pennington County Jail, Care Campus and Western South Dakota Juvenile Services Center. Medical team members provide inmate services in an orderly, respectful and disciplined manner, consistent with the professionalism expected of all Sheriff’s Office employee.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Assess and identify health problems of new inmates/clients/detainees, initiate medical record and document according to facility specifications.• Assess and record vital signs, to include temperature, blood pressure, respirations, pulse rate, oxygen saturation and body weight.• Assist the provider with clinics.• Administer prescribed treatment and medication to inmates/clients/detainees at any PCSO facility as needed and medically required, within licensing authorization, and document according to facility specification.• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a potentially emergent situation.• Utilize knowledge to assist with emergencies.• Provide sound pharmacology dispensing practice, including drug action, side effects and proper dosage.• Prepare equipment and assist physician and/or physician assistant during examination and treatment.• Educate inmates/clients/detainees concerning diet, hygiene and methods of prevention of disease.• Provide medical update to incoming medical staff prior to shift change.• Maintain accountability and properly dispose of all sharps.• Wear the designated uniform to signify status as a health care provider.• Participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings and maintain LPN license and CPR certification as required.• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of medical records.• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.• Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Working Environment: • Work is typically performed in an office, stock room, jail, correctional facility or juvenile center.• This position is exposed to contagious or infectious disease and irritating chemicals.• Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.• This position includes close contact with inmates/clients/detainees.Physical Requirements: • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.• Must be able to move up to 20 pounds unassisted, and move 40 pounds with assistance.• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone and in person.• Ability to push/pull a medication cart for up to four hours per shift. When fully loaded, the medication cart weights approximately 200 pounds.• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, crouch and lift light objects.• Must be able to enter data and operate a phone.

Mid-level, LPN, Patient observation

Paid holidays, Dental insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Paid sick time