Maxim Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse to work in close and immediate contact with prisoners on a daily basis providing general and emergency nursing care in the Medical and Ambulatory section of the Corrections Facility while maintaining facility security standards. When necessary, the LPN makes referrals of inmates to the staff physician, nurse practitioner, dentist, mental health professional, or specialist in alcohol and drug abuse treatment. The LPN ensures all medication is administered in accordance with standard operating procedures and as ordered by the authorizing authority.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, treat and evaluate the patient/inmate

　　Integrates and implements referrals of inmates to the staff physician, nurse practitioner, dentist, mental health professional

　　Looks for signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition and reports to RN

　　Documents the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions

　　Monitors consistency between patient plan of care and actions of medical staff

　　Collaborates with RN regarding the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions

　　Documents patient’s response to nursing and other interventions

　　Uses clinical judgment in evaluation and responding to emergency medical situations involving inmates or staff

　　Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment

　　Participates in infection control activities in accordance with department and as directed by Infection Control Coordinator

　　Participates in the orientation and continuing education of staff

　　Participates in the Health Quality Improvement Program

　　Supports professional practice by observing the following: Uses knowledge in accordance with 1) the Nurse Practice Act; 2) Standards of Nursing Practice; 3) Standards of Patient Care; 4) The Joint Commission, state and local laws; 5) Patient’s Bill of Rights; and 6) Maxim Healthcare, nursing and client policies

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Qualifications:

　　Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state.

　　Minimum of one year experience in Corrections preferred.

　　Current Health Certificate (if applicable). 11/09/2011 Page 2 of 3 LPN Corrections

　　Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.

　　One year prior professional nursing experience preferred

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including but not limited to supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.