The GEO Group

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The GEO Group • $81K *
Adelanto, CA 92301In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited nursing school and holds a current LVN license in the relevant state.
  • Preferred two years of direct LVN work experience.
  • Competence in crisis intervention, handling medical emergencies, and performing physical assessments.
  • Ability to work independently and manage follow-up treatment plans.
  • Proficient with computers and standard nursing software.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the RN in developing nursing care plans for inmates.
  • Conduct comprehensive physical assessments and document medical histories.
  • Administer nursing care and refer complex medical issues to physicians.
  • Ensure medications are given as prescribed and monitored for compliance.
  • Evaluate patient symptoms and report any issues to management efficiently.
  • Administer medication securely to prevent misuse.
  • Adhere to accreditation policies and maintain confidentiality of medical records.
Full Job Description
Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Role and Responsibilities

Working alongside our Registered Nurse (RN), you'll play a vital part in providing the highest level of care to inmates/detainees while putting a special focus on maintaining our safe and secure workplace.
  • Develop nursing care plans with guidance from the RN.
  • Perform complete physical assessment and medical history.
  • Provide nursing care within your capacity and refer other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
  • Make sure prescribed medications are administered as instructed.
  • Periodically evaluate patients' symptoms, reactions, and progress, and report problems to management.
  • Securely administer medication, taking precautions against drug hoarding and trafficking.
  • Follow industry and company accreditation policies.
  • Document all detainee/inmate contacts and keep medical records confidential.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
  • Two (2) years of direct work experience Licensed Vocational Nurse preferred.
  • Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care.
  • Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
  • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Must be a United States citizen.


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Pay

Pay USD $38.92/Hr.

About The GEO Group

The GEO Group, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, leasing and management of correctional, detention and re-entry facilities and the provision of community-based services and youth services in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The company operates more than 120 facilities with approximately 93,000 beds. The GEO Group's customers include federal, state, and local government agencies as well as international agencies. The company has been the subject of controversy over allegations of human rights abuses and poor conditions in its facilities.
Learn more about The GEO Group
Size
15,800 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Net Income
$113 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+0.7%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ
GEO
* Ladders Estimates

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