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Medfirst Staffing

LPN

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What they do

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.

$63,400 / year median in Virginia

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

MedFirst Staffing offers its nurses top pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We are actively recruiting Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for full-time, 13- and 26-week contract positions at state-operated adult correctional facilities in Chesapeake, Virginia and Jarratt, Virginia . 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 terms of their contract.
Job Details:
13- and 26-week contracts (with opportunities for contract renewals) Full-time schedule, 36 hours Three 12-hour shifts per week, including every other weekend Jarrat location day shift positions (6:30a-7:00p) Jarrat location night shift positions (6:30p-7:00a) Chesapeake location day shift positions (3p-11p)
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
License and Credentials Requirements:
Current Virginia or compact LPN License Current CPR Certification, BLS -
American Heart Association Current PPD Primary Job Duties:
Administer medications and treatments Provide health education and counseling Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals Monitor inmate health and maintain patient records Treat inmate health conditions and injuries Supervise nursing assistants 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 Types:
Full-time, Contract Pay:
$36.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you currently have CPR BLS certification from the American Heart Association? This is a correctional facility. Can you commit to three 12-hour shifts per week?
Work Location:
In person