Title Licensed Practical Nurse Part-Time Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women
State Role Title Licensed Practical Nurse
Hiring Range $40.00/hour
Pay Band Agency Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location Fluvanna Correctional Center
Agency Website https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Job Duties LPNs provide evidence-based nursing care utilizing the nursing process principles, practices, and techniques of general nursing care as determined by Standards of Practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Screens for sick call • Administers medications • Provides first aid and basic life support to patients and employees as needed • Maintains open lines of communication with security and treatment staff while providing input and feedback to assist the facility provider in organizing a treatment plan • Records all pertinent information into the medical record • Interacts with other departments as needed • Promotes continued competence through education, certification, with a focus on correctional nursing
Nurses must have the ability to work hours, days, and locations as assigned, along with being capable and available to provide coverage as needed to meet institutional needs. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.
This is a wage position limited to working no more than 1500 hours per agency during the 12-month period of May 1 - April 30, regardless of the hire date. The wage employment period resets on May 1 of the following year. All wage employees are limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the 12-month period. This wage position offers no state benefits.
This position is currently approved for a temporary enhanced hourly rate due to critical staffing needs at designated facilities. The enhanced rate will remain in effect only while the facility is experiencing critical staffing shortages.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Virginia Licensed Practical Nursing LPN license issued by the board of nursing or a multi-state compact license if you are a recent graduate of a nursing program in VA and not licensed The NCLEX-PN exam must be scheduled at the time of application Working knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of practical or general nursing care Demonstrated ability to screen complaints of physical ailments and refer necessary cases to other medical professionals Ability to maintain appropriate documentation, provide first aid, and carry out providers orders in applying treatments Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to administer practical nursing care Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers with current certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) is required upon hire
Additional Considerations
Experience working in a Corrections or Law Enforcement environment Experience or related training in delivery of general nursing and emergency medical care
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following Background Investigation Requirements:
All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks, State Police, FBI, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, relevant to employment, credit checks, and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements
Applicants applying to a designated safety-sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Drivers License in the performance of official duties, such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers, and others.
Application Requirements
Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginias Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55 PM on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted.
The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences
Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form Yellow Form or a Preferential Hiring Form Blue Form as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff, Commonwealth of VA employees only MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information on Virginia Values Veterans V3 Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
Contact Information
Name: James Ritchie Phone: 804-588-2356 Email: [Applications submitted via email will not be accepted]
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter formerly COD provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022 - February 29, 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.