Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health Services *Monday-Friday, 8am - 4pm, Various Locations*

Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health Services

• Monday-Friday, 8am
• 4pm, Various Locations
• PAGNY $65,052 paid time off United States, York, Flushing Apr 24, 2026 Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health Services
• Monday-Friday, 8am
• 4pm, Various Locations
• Position type Full-Time Department Nursing Location NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services 200 Construction Way Flushing, NY 11371 Map it Salary $65,052 Apply Now Description PAGNYforThe Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS)of York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system.

Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. The service provides some of the most comprehensive and unique treatment modalities in the country, including specialty housing units for individuals with serious mental illness, a 24-hour on-call psychiatric service, robust creative arts programming, a strong DBT training program, clinics in each of the facilities, substance use treatment, integrated re

• entry services, and relationships with multiple training institutions throughout the city.

General Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse cares for people who are sick, injured, convalescent or disabled. They participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care, based on the objectives, standards and policies of practical nursing. LPNs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Physicians.

Responsibilities:

Provides basic bedside care Maintains comfortable, orderly, safe and clean environment for patients Measures & records patients vital signs (such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration) Assists with bathing, dressing and personal hygiene of patient Prepares and gives injections and enemas Monitors catheters Records food/fluid input/output Dresses wounds Assists with bed positioning, standing and walking of patients Collects samples of blood and/or urine for testing Performs routine laboratory tests as directed by supervisor Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a LPN Assists in relevant health teaching for patient Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms/templates Performs other position related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting Depending on setting may also: Start intravenous fluids Direct care provided by nursing aides Floats among various clinical services, where qualified

Other Responsibilities:

Upholds HIPAA regulations Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts

Human Relation Skills:

Assist other employees where needed Is responsible and cooperative with supervisor, fellow associates, patients, visitors, and Department of Correction personnel Maintains friendly working atmosphere Maintains professional attitude Maintains professional appearance and adheres to uniforms, policy of the Department of Nursing Accepts constructive criticism as evidenced by appropriate changes in behavior Utilizes established channels of communication Recognizes, accepts, and respects people as individuals Recognizes limitation and seeks assistance appropriately Meet standards for attendance as per policy

Working Conditions:

Because patents require round the clock care, working hours include days, nights weekends and holidays. LPNS are required to stand for long periods of time. Employees are encouraged to safely move patents and use alternative methods whenever possible; alternative methods include requesting assistance to roll/lift/transfer patients. LPNs may face hazards from exposure to chemical and infectious diseases. In addition, they have to treat patients that are confused, irrational, agitated and/or uncooperative Physical Demands Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds, moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds Ability to stand for extended periods Fine motor skills Visual acuity Qualifications Accredited High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Current LPN license, in good standing with the State Licensing Board. Minimum of one year LPN experience preferred. BCLS Certificate. Infection Control Certificate.

Exceptional Benefits include:

Competitive compensation package Excellent medical, vision, anddental insurance; including orthodontics coverage. Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days. Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.

Salary:

$65,052

• $69,693 annually Schedule
• 5 days a week, with alternating weekends: 8 am
• 4 pm Physician Affiliate Group of York, P.

C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our York Community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout York City. Physician Affiliate Group of York, P.C. (PAGNY)is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page. Apply for this opportunity Click the button below to visit our job portal and fill out an application for this opportunity. Apply Now