What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority?
Job Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE/REGISTERED NURSE
About the Role
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority is seeking a Shift Nurse position who is responsible for application and administration of nursing skills in a correctional center.
Key Responsibilities
- Works closely with the center’s physician in providing proper medical care for those confined.
- Schedules dental and medical appointments per physician’s orders.
- Provides emergency medical assistance.
- Conducts medical history interviews and prepares medical history and physical reports.
- Assists the center’s physician in conducting sick call. Administers medicine dosage and treatment per physician’s orders.
- Maintains control of all medications and drugs on hand in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Assures that policies and procedures regarding the Medical Department are followed.
- Completes reports and medical forms.
- Assures that the medical office is clean and properly stocked.
- Assures that all medications and supplies are promptly ordered.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Must be a citizen of the United States or legally employable in the United States of America.
- Have completed an accredited nursing program leading to certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience preferred.
- Must be able to work day or evening shift and every other weekend.
- A drug screening and extensive background checks will be performed.
Compensation and Benefits
- Starting salary: Commensurate with experience.
- 401(k) and retirement plan.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health savings account.
- Life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid time off – 12 days of Annual and 12 days of Sick
- 14 paid holidays
Facility Locations
LYNCHBURG ADULT DETENTION CENTER
- TWO FULL-TIME POSITIONS (DAY AND EVENING SHIFT)
- ONE WEEKEND PART-TIME POSITION (DAY SHIFT)
HALIFAX COUNTY ADULT DETENTION CENTER
- LPN OR RN EVENING SHIFT AND EVERY 3RD WEEKEND AND ROTATING HOLIDAYS
Employment Details
- Job type: Full-time
- Work setting: In person
- Application deadline: Open until filled
Employment Details
- Job type: Full-time
- Work setting: In person
- Application deadline: Open until filled
Current BRRJA employees should submit a resume and completed application to their respective Site Administrator. Other applicants may visit www.brrja.state.va.us to download and complete an application.
Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $61,248 - $75,810