Lpn Licensed Practical Nurse- Correctional Care Nights

Denver Health

Denver, CO, US
Base: $31.40 - $45.53 / hr; bonus/equity: not spec...
Direct patient care
Assists with procedures
Medication administration
The Correctional Care nursing staff provides clinical care at either Downtown Detention Center or the Denver County Jail, environments with higher clinical acuity and environmental hazard

Job Summary

  • The Correctional Care nursing staff provides clinical care at either Downtown Detention Center or the Denver County Jail, environments with higher clinical acuity and environmental hazard.
  • Essential functions include implementing care based on prioritized patient needs, maintaining a broad nursing scope across age groups and care types, and performing specialized tasks as directed.
  • Denver Health offers comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, 100% paid parental leave, strong retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

Matching Summary

The Correctional Care nursing staff provides clinical care at either Downtown Detention Center or the Denver County Jail, environments with higher clinical acuity and environmental hazard.

Salary

Base: $31.40 - $45.53 / hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care
  • Assists with procedures
  • Medication administration
  • Phlebotomy
  • Vital signs assessment
  • Environmental awareness
  • Critical thinking

Nice-to-have

  • Mission-driven team
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Behavioral health skills

Key Requirements

  • LPN Licensed Practical Nurse
  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA
  • Completion of nursing education program
  • Less than 1 year correctional care experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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