Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview

Come change lives with us!! At Otero County Prison, our dedicated medical staff provide quality medical and dental services to individuals seeking new beginnings. Our mission is to provide underserved individuals with hope, skills and opportunities for a better life.  

Position: Licensed Vocational Nurse

Facility name: Otero County Prison

Location: 10 McGregor Range Rd, Chaparral, NM 88081

Rate of pay: $26/hour + night shift differential

Status:  Full-time; Direct

Work schedule: Nights; 12-hour shift; Rotating weekends

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Long and short-term disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program

Essential responsibilities:

1. Under the direction of health services administrator, supervising nurse and professional service providers and in accordance with approved treatment protocol, assess condition of and prescribe treatment for detainees reporting to sick call.
2. Assist with provider line; prepare examining room and equipment.
3. Operate pill call, administer medication and document as required. This may include pushing and/or wheeling a pill cart on facility campus.
4. Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment as required.
5. Perform emergency procedures as needed and call the physician for treatment orders.
6. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Observe applicable HIPAA rules.
7. Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses.
8. Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.
9. Perform work on an on-call basis, as required.
10. Prepare and maintain narrative, statistical, summary and operational records, reports, and logs.
11. Conduct chart review; review status of detainees with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment.
12. Perform rescue functions for accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
13. Properly chart medical care.
14. Requires prolonged periods of walking and standing.

Education and experience requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program. 
• A current, valid practical nursing license for the state of New Mexico or a compact state is required.
• Six months of related experience is needed.
• Must have a current CPR certification. 
• A valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
• Successful completion of required pre-service training is mandatory.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [email protected] or 801-693-2888.