Job Description

We are looking for a *Licensed Practical Nurse* to join our team and provide quality care to our patients at the Douglas County Correctional Facility. This correctional facility houses both male and female inmates and provides the following services: medical and dental care, a commissary, social and educational programs, as well as drug and alcohol and psychological counseling.

The ideal candidate will have experience in any of the following areas: medical-surgical, telemetry, primary care, urgent care, clinic, and outpatient settings. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patients’ health needs, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and providing direct patient care. Our Registered Nurses are expected to demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

*Shifts:*

5am - 5pm

Week 1 - Mon-Tues-Fri -Sat.
Week 2 is Sun-Wed-Thur.

Work every other weekend (Fri-Sat-Sun)

*Responsibilities*:
* Provide direct patient care in an outpatient settings.
* Assess patient needs and develop a plan of care to meet those needs.
* Perform nursing assessments and interventions to ensure quality patient care.
* Document patient progress and treatments in the medical record.
* Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease prevention.
* Administer medications as prescribed by the physician.
* Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments accordingly.

*Requirements:*
* MUST have Basic Life Support from AHA or ARC
* MUST have a minimum of one year of experience
* MUST have a valid, unrestricted Oregon license

*About us: *MedHealth is a healthcare company dedicated to meeting the customized needs of our state and local government clients. MedHealth is a people-focused company, meaning our staff, our patients, and our clients. MedHealth provides healthcare services in government owned clinics serving government employees and dependents, homeless communities, and detention centers. MedHealth is a subsidiary of Medtrust LLC, a nation-wide federal staffing agency specializing in federal hospitals, military hospitals and clinics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Primary Care
* Urgent Care
Physical Setting:
* Clinic
* Outpatient
Supplemental Pay:
* Differential pay

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift,

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