Corrections LPN

Overview

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a highly respected facility in Boston, MA, currently seeking an experienced LPN to assist on a full-time basis.

• Location:
  
  Boston, MA
• Duration: 13 weeks to start, with likelihood of extension
• Facility Type:
  Correctional Facility
• Schedule:
  
  Mon–Fri and every other weekend, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Pay:
  Local: $48/hr
  Travel: $2,150 gross/week

• General nursing duties including medication administration, triage, and risk assessment
• Assist physicians with medical treatments
• Administer prescribed medications
• Apply surgical dressings and bandages
• Provide emergency first aid care
• Check and record vital signs
• Obtain specimens for diagnostic testing
• Report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in emotional or physical condition
• Provide patient education and discharge planning
• Accurately document all care information in a timely manner
• Promote a therapeutic environment and ensure professional, ethical treatment of inmates
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned

• Current LPN license in the state of practice
• Minimum of one year of experience in psychiatric or correctional healthcare required
• Current CPR certification
• Compliance with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state
• Minimum of one year experience in Corrections preferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs
• * Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Elizabeth Meehan | Amergis Healthcare Services
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