Licensed Practical Nurse (82515)

Job DetailsJob Location: FL, Daytona Beach - Tomoka Correctional Institution - Daytona Beach, FL 32124Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nursing Professional & SupportCenturion is proud to be the provider of healthcare services to the Florida Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Tomoka Correctional Institution located in Daytona Beach, Florida. Pay Rate: $29-$32/hr The LPN is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients. Licensed Practical Nurses work under the direction of Registered Nurses, medical, and psychiatric staff to respond to a range of physical and mental health needs. Qualifications Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or ability to obtain one required  Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)  Corrections experience not required Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check Monday- Friday 8a-430p * Infection Control* Develop and update policies and procedures related to infection control with current standards of practice, rules and regulations in collaboration with healthcare clinical leadership Ensure the infection control practices of all staff are in accordance with policies and procedures Ensure compliance with isolation techniques and procedures to control spread of infectious disease Work closely with healthcare staff, laboratory staff, security staff, and state and local agencies in prevention and control of infection Work in conjunction with local, state, site medical and custody leadership in the event of an outbreak to control and contain additional spread of disease Identify as promptly as possible patients and staff who have acquired infection and maintain a register of all notified infections. Provide follow-up reports in order to advise, help and prevent further spread of infection Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement Committee activities with focus on identification, investigation, follow-up and policy/process review to ensure infection control practices are maintained and safe patient care is provided Educate staff and patients about infectious disease and safe infection control practices and procedures Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized treatment plans including continuity of care when infectious disease present. Communicate with team members individually, at team meetings and with written documentation as needed Share knowledge, skills and information with peers, colleagues and others. May assign tasks or delegate care based upon expected skills and knowledge Acquire and maintain current clinical knowledge and skills and professional standards Identify and maintain professional boundaries to preserve the integrity of the therapeutic process and relationship Ensure compliance with all facility and Company policies, Federal and state laws, regulations, accreditation standards and guidelines including HIPAA Coordinate care closely with security staff while maintaining a positive, collaborative relationship Maintain an ethical commitment to ensure confidentiality within the limits of a correctional environment Deliver care to patients in a nonjudgmental/nondiscriminatory manner to protect their autonomy, dignity and rights Understand and adhere to safety and security rules and regulations of the institution Other duties as assigned   We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Eligible for up to $4,000 per year State Loan Reimbursement through Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education Program (FRAME) Much more...