Weekends only Must be available Saturday and Sunday.
Hours available 11pm to 7.30am and 3pm to 11.30pm.
Long term contract.
**Job Summary:**
Seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team at the Department of Corrections, providing quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have strong medication administration skills, the ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment, and a commitment to serving the corrections population with respect and compassion.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Administer medications as prescribed by medical providers.
- Monitor and document patient vitals, responses to medication, and any significant health changes.
- Collaborate with medical and corrections staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Manage patient caseloads and work efficiently in a high-demand setting.
- Provide empathetic and professional nursing care to a diverse population within a secure facility.
**Qualifications:**
- Active LPN license in Washington, D.C.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an LPN.
- Excellent nursing and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a high-stress environment.
- Passion for working with the corrections population and dedication to patient care.
**Skills Needed:**
- Medication administration
Sonia Benson
sbenson@nri-staffing.com
NRI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
I have had the pleasure of working with NRI for over 25 years . In those years I have managed several teams from Administrative, Accounting and Finance and Health care. In the last year and half my mine focus has been in Health care, due to the very large demand in this field.
