A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
MedFirst Staffing offers its nurses top pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We are actively recruiting Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for full-time day shift and night shift positions at adult male correctional institutions in Columbia, South Carolina. One location includes an inmate psychiatric care facility. Your expertise and leadership will help ensure high-quality care for those in need. Successful candidates must be able to complete onboarding requirements and begin their assignment in accordance with the specified schedule.
Job Details:
Full-time schedule, 36 hours (three 12-hour shifts per week, including every other weekend) Day shift positions (6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Night shift positions (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.) Mandatory 3-week onboarding for orientation and training, first shift (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), Monday through Friday, at the beginning of the assignment
License and Credentials Requirements:
Current South Carolina or compact LPN license Current CPR Certification, BLS Current PPD Medical-surgical care is a field requirement for the psychiatric care facility
Primary Job Duties:
Conduct health assessments and sick call for inmates Administer medications and provide treatments Provide health education and counseling Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals Supervise nursing assistants
Job Benefits:
W-2 Wages (paid weekly) Comprehensive insurance benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability, are available to full-time employees 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match) is available to full-time employees Applicants must provide up to three professional references, pass a drug screen, and undergo a criminal background check. Applicants with criminal activity charges may not be considered. About MedFirst Staffing MedFirst Staffing is a nationally recognized healthcare staffing firm and holds the Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission, a symbol of quality and commitment to the highest standards in healthcare staffing. Since 2003, MedFirst Staffing has built a trusted reputation for delivering reliable, skilled, and compassionate nurses and clinicians to private- and public-sector healthcare facilities across the country. We serve partners across a wide range of disciplines—including acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, developmental disability, and correctional settings. To learn more about MedFirst Staffing and get contact information, please visit medfirststaffing.com. #
INDMP Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): This is a correctional facility position. Can you commit to three 12-hour shifts per week and every other weekend? This is a correctional facility position. Can you complete an initial 3-week orientation (first shift) for onboarding and training?
