Licensed Practical Nurse- Corrections

  • Yaphank
  • Tandym Group

A rehabilitation services organization on Long Island is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join one of their corrections facilities in Suffolk County.
About the Opportunity:

  • Setting: Corrections
  • Shifts: Days or Evenings
  • Schedule: 3 to 5 shifts per week
  • Hours: 7am to 3pm or 3pm or 11pm
Responsibilities:
The Corrections Nurse (RN) will:
  • Assess patient health problems and needs
  • Develop and implement nursing care plans
  • Maintain medical records
  • Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients
  • Advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management
  • Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Solid assessment and documentation skills
  • Great interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly organized
Desired Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • Experience in a Corrections setting
  • Previous experience administering vaccinations