Offer summary

Qualifications:

Missouri LPN license or ability to obtain one., IV Certification required., Active CPR and BLS certification., High school diploma or GED..

Key responsibilities:

Provide holistic nursing care to incarcerated patients.

Work under the supervision of RNs and medical staff.

Respond to physical and behavioral health needs.

Perform duties as needed on a per diem basis.

Based in Sterling, Virginia, Centurion Health works with state and local governments to provide healthcare services for correctional facilities, state hospitals, community clinics and more. Providing patient care in more than 300 facilities across 15 states, Centurion is dedicated to ensuring locally-based quality care for individuals in the communities we serve. As a national leader in the correctional health industry, Centurion provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services to state prison systems as well as healthcare staffing solutions for various state agencies. Nationwide, we have more than 9,000 clinical and administrative employees ensuring high-quality care in a variety of settings. Centurion Health employees are among the nation’s top clinical, managerial, and administrative professionals. Our employees make an impact on the health and welfare of community members each day. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our career opportunities can offer both. At Centurion, we are dedicated to reimagining healthcare and transforming the health of the community, one person at a time. For more information on career opportunities with Centurion Health, please visit https://www.centurionjobs.com/

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MO, Tipton - Tipton Correctional Center - TIPTON, MO

Position Type: Per Diem

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: As Needed

Job Category: Nursing Professional & Support

Description

PRN Pay rate $30.00 per hour, Plus Shift Differentials!

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections.

We are currently seeking a per diem (PRN) Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Tipton Correctional Center located in Tipton, Missouri.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of Registered Nurses (RN) and medical and psychiatric staff, to respond to a range of physical and behavioral health needs.

Qualifications

Missouri Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or ability to obtain one required
Must be IV Certified
Must be actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Corrections experience not required
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check