Licensed Practical Nurse - Correctional Health Unit -$...
MSCCN - Stillwater, MN
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Correctional Health Unit -$3,000 hiring Incentive. Part Time/Full Time Print ( Apply  Licensed Practical Nurse - Correctional Health Unit -$3,000 hiring Incentive. Part Time/Full Time Salary $26.72 - $36.40 Hourly Location Stillwater, MN Job Type Full Time AND/OR Part Time Job Number 24-00157 Department Public Health & Environment Dept Opening Date 09/24/2024 Closing Date Continuous Description Benefits Questions JOB SPECIFICS Washington County is currently hiring for a Full Time/Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse to work in our Correctional Health Unit. There is a $3,000 hiring Incentive and a $1,250 Public Safety Retention Payment for this position (read details below). Under direct supervision, assist the Registered Nurse - Correctional Health in the provision of nursing services by carrying out prescribed treatments including administering medications, injections, and/or immunizations and performing various diagnostic or preventive screening tests. Works collaboratively with the on-site healthcare team and correctional personnel to perform job specific functions unique to the correctional environment and inmate population; and to perform related duties as assigned. Washington County Public Health & Environment values your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive work environment and believe diversity benefits and enriches our programs, our staff and communities we serve. Due to the conditions caused by the COVID pandemic and other societal factors, health care workers consistently express concern for their safety and well-being. Many of us assume that working in a correctional setting would be unsafe when compared to a traditional health care setting. However, because we have strict protocols in place as well as a collaborative and supportive relationship with our Correctional Officers, we have created a safe environment for our nurses as well as our external providers who also serve the health care need of inmates. We are proud of this accomplishment and consistently focus our efforts on important safety goals DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE (not required): Prior work experience in hospital or correctional facility, skilled nursing facility, emergency room, urgent care, or primary care clinic. Public health nurse certification. HOURS / DAYS : Primarily evenings with weekend and holiday rotation, subject to change based on County needs. Anticipated Hiring Rate: $26.72 - $31.56 Hourly A $3,000 hiring incentive is available for this position. This incentive is paid out in two lump sums, minus any applicable taxes. This incentive will be paid out in two equal lump sums of $1,500 at the end of 3 months and 12 months upon successful completion of probationary period. PUBLIC SAFETY RETENTION PAYMENTS: To be eligible for $1,250 Public Safety retention payment, must be employed in the Correctional Health Unit for a least 6 months in 2025 and employed on November 25, 2025. GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE: Washington County offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, paid parental leave, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, post retirement health care savings plan, PERA Employer Public Retirement Association of Minnesota pension contributions, generous Paid time Off (PTO), and 11-12 paid holidays each year. (May vary upon contract) SELECTION TECHNIQUE : Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration. E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9. E- Verify Participation Poster (PDF) ( Right to work Poster (PDF) JOB SUMMARY Under direct supervision assist the Registered Nurse - Correctional Health in the provision of nursing services by carrying out prescribed treatments including administering medications, injections, and/or immunizations and performing various diagnostic or preventive screening tests. Works collaboratively with the on-site healthcare team and correctional personnel to perform job specific functions unique to the correctional environment and inmate population; and to perform related duties as assigned. EMPLOYMENT CRITERIA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a practical nursing program approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. Certifications/Licensure: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota. Current CPR/BLS certification. CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL JOB PERFORMANCE: Core Competencies ( outline essential business and professional traits necessary to perform this job. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace; Demonstrates knowledge of nursing practices, practice of triage, nursing assessment, skilled nursing tasks, use of diagnostic instruments and apply independent nursing judgment; Demonstrates a strong ability to make accurate and safe assessments of medical situations; Demonstrates skills in assessing and creating care plans for inmate health care needs; Demonstrates efficiency using electronic medical records; Demonstrates ability to use general office equipment and standard office software. Demonstrates ability to work with physicians, correctional nursing staff members, representatives of other agencies and correctional facility personnel; Demonstrates ability to act as part of a medical team; and Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and behaviorally challenged persons and remain calm in tense or potentially threatening situations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide on-coming and off-going shift reports by performing emergency equipment checks and completing narcotic and sharp counts with the next shift. Administer and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed. Report and address medication issues, to include non-compliance, missed doses, patient movement, and medications not received. Provide direct care to patients according to treatment plans, such as but not limited to checking vital signs, monitoring blood glucose, dressing wounds, administering injections and oral medications, assisting with any activities of daily living as needed, and any other ordered treatments within scope of practice. As directed, initiate and implement care plans, to provide the safest environment for those patients who are mentally ill. Participate in daily healthcare unit functions not already described, such as preparing transfer summaries, collecting and processing sick call requests, packing discharge medications, and preparing for procedures. Clean and disinfect medical equipment, order and receive medication and supplies, and stock cabinets for oncoming shift. Assist with clerical duties, such as filing, data entry, appointment scheduling, faxing for records, preparing lists for patient sick calls, recording in patient charts, handling phone calls, providing basic clinic information over the phone, and completing medical records. Collect (which includes venipuncture), prepare, and perform designated laboratory tests, such as, but not limited to blood tests, urinalysis, and other diagnostic tests as ordered. Assist in the assessment of nursing needs of patients by collecting and recording data in order to identify problems, symptoms, and physical, behavioral and psychological changes. Assist in educating patients and reinforce the instructions of nurses in use of medications and potential side effects, special diet considerations, brace and cast care, crutch walking, dressing changes, preventive health care and home safety. Prepare written records and reports and update charts containing information on treatments and procedures administered to patients and observations regarding their condition. Consult with interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans. Recommend changes in patient care plans to nurses and physicians based on patient observation. Facilitate the discharge process as directed. Perform other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Washington County offers a comprehensive benefit package ( including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of our AFSCME exempt (salaried ) benefit package, click here (. For a more detailed overview of our AFSCME non-exempt (hourly) benefit package, click here (. 01 This position requires completion of a practical nursing program approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing and a current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota. Please indicate below whether you possess these minimum qualifications: Yes No 02 Do you have a current CPR/BLS certification? Yes No 03 If you answered 'Yes' to the above questions, you must provide a brief summary of your certifications and how you meet the minimum qualifications. (If you answered 'No' to the above question, enter 'NA' in the text box.) 04 Do you have prior work experience in hospital or correctional facility, skilled nursing facility, emergency room, urgent care, or primary care clinic? Yes No 05 If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered 'No' to the above question, enter 'NA' in the text box.) 06 Do you have a Public Health Nurse Certification? Yes No Required Question Agency Washington County (MN) Address 14949 62nd Street North Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082 Phone 651-430-6081 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email
Created: 2024-09-26