Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full Time Days

Company: NaphCare
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

# of Openings:
2

Status:
Full Time

Shift:
1st, Days

As a Registered Nurse, have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can fully use all the skills you learned and see different types of patients every day? Where your work is valued, you are in a safe and secure place, and most of the patients are very appreciative of your care?

NaphCare is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) just like you at the Polk County Jail located in Des Moines, IA.

NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 30 years. Come join our team of over 4000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do.

NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need. Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system.

This is what our employees say about working in correctional healthcare. "I cannot believe I worked 20 years as a nurse before finding corrections. I have never felt more valued and I love how every day is so different and exciting. I feel safer here than when I worked in the ER." Justin, DON

We are happy to train you, so if you are a new grad, we encourage you to apply.

Position Description:

• Take and document all patient history and vital signs
• Assist with daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, patient assessments, examinations and/or treatment
• Initiate and document prescribed protocol agreement
• Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies within the facility
• Observe and evaluate the performance of the licensed practical/vocational nursing staff NaphCare Benefits for full time employees include:
  • Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • 100% vested 401K and Roth with company contribution
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral bonuses
  • On-site education
  • Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Generous paid time off & paid holidays At NaphCare, we want you to be able to use your skills. Our positions encourage cross-training, and include roles such as intake booking nurse, detox nurse, sick call nurse and health and physical assessments nurse.
    
    We know you may have questions before applying. To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions or resume to .
    
    We support your growth and internal promotion. Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership.
    
    NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
    
    Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
    
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