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Job Title: Corrections Corporation of America is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) in Clifton, TN!
Hiring Organization: Corrections Corporation of America
Salary Range: To be Specified
Closing Date: 12/31/2016
Job Location: Tennessee
Description: CORRECTIONAL NURSING! Best Kept Secret in Nursing Professionalism. Respect. Integrity. Duty. Excellence. These words summarize the vision, mission and values of Corrections Corporation of America (CCA). Each day, PRIDE is personified by each member of the CCA family as they work to make a positive impact in the communities they serve. At CCA, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. Corrections Corporation of America is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) is responsible for the performances of basic nursing duties to include execution of physician orders, operation of pill call, operation of sick call, and assisting the physician in examinations and treatments and performs technical/clinical procedures within the scope of his/her license. Assists in the professional management of the facility medical department. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. 1. Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents. 2. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment. 3. Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures. 4. Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures. 5. Assist supervisor with evaluating the provision of all medical services to prevent the inappropriate use of duplication of those services. 6. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. 7. Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmates/residents; securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment. 8. Assist with preparing and maintaining a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary and/or operational records, reports and logs, using appropriate grammar, to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling; review reports and records produced on the shifts; properly processes all reports and documents in a timely manner. 9. Help evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment for both patients and staff.   Requirements: • Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be licensed in the state of employment. • A valid driver's license is required. • Must be at least 18 years of age. More about CCA Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee with over 70 facilities nationwide, CCA is the leader in partnership corrections with a growing presence in the rehabilitation and re-entry market. With opportunities in correctional security, education, and healthcare, CCA has a position that's perfect for you. Each CCA facility is like a small town. Our correctional facilities feature kitchens, dining halls, places of worship, classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics, recreational areas, housing units, administrative offices and more. Working together, we provide hundreds of services and perform countless tasks every day. Teamwork is a way of life for CCA employees and how we are able to provide the industry's highest quality safety and security around the clock.
Special Instructions: This is your opportunity to make a satisfying career even more rewarding. We at the South Central Correctional Center in Clifton, TN have a passion for providing the highest quality care. To start your meaningful career in corrections, visit us online today and explore our open opportunities. Apply at jobs.cca.com/Clifton CCA is a Drug Free Workplace & Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Online Information: Jobs.cca.com/Clifton
Contact Information: Corrections Corporation of America
CCA
555 Forest Ave.
Clifton, Tennessee United States
931-676-5372
Jobs.cca.com/Clifton






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