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A Forensic LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) is a nurse who specializes in providing medical care within legal and correctional settings. They work with incarcerated individuals, crime victims, or patients involved in legal cases, performing tasks such as medical assessments, wound care, and evidence collection. Forensic LPNs collaborate with law enforcement, correctional staff, and forensic teams to ensure proper medical care while maintaining security protocols. Their role requires strong nursing skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of legal and ethical considerations in forensic healthcare.

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A typical day for a Forensic LPN often involves conducting patient assessments, administering medications, documenting injuries with attention to potential legal evidence, and supporting forensic examinations. Forensic LPNs frequently work in settings like correctional facilities, psychiatric hospitals, or law enforcement agencies, where they collaborate closely with registered nurses, forensic specialists, mental health professionals, and security personnel. The role requires adaptability, as daily tasks can range from routine nursing care to responding to medical emergencies while maintaining detailed records. These professionals play a critical part in ensuring medical and legal protocols are followed, contributing to both patient well-being and the justice process.

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To thrive as a Forensic LPN, you need a valid LPN license, foundational nursing skills, and specialized knowledge in forensic and correctional healthcare procedures. Familiarity with incident documentation, chain-of-custody protocols, and electronic medical record (EMR) systems is typically required. Excellent observation, interpersonal communication, and emotional resilience are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities are vital to ensure the integrity of care, accurate evidence handling, and effective collaboration with both healthcare and law enforcement teams.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time Weekends)

Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time Weekends)

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Pocono Lake, PA

$25.25 - $34.25/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Founded on the fundamental belief that persons with serious mental illness should aspire to reach their own life-worth-living goals, PCS Mental Health, LLC has programs in Pennsylvania that are designed to support an individual to thrive in the least restrictive setting possible. We support our Members with community-based, individualized programming, and evidence-based practices. All services are delivered by a coordinated team using a person-centered and trauma-informed approach. Our programs are designed with the primary goal of graduating each and every Member into a life that is lived in the community.

In order to make this possible, we need exceptional Licensed Practical Nurses who can meet the requirements below.

Shift: Saturday and Sundays 8:00am - 8:00pm (12 hour shift with a 30 minute lunch break)

Summary of Scope:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be responsible for supporting the Team with effective Member care, partnering with clinical staff to deliver quality treatment and recovery services. Will monitor Members' health concerns, help with collaboration-of-care, provide appropriate screenings and referral to PCP, and provide education on wellness topics and self-care and collaborate with the Team to lead the Member community according to our Mission and Core Values.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Provide health and wellness services for assigned members
  • Provide assistance per psychiatrist's directives with medication issues and monitoring
  • Provide appropriate screenings and referrals to PCP
  • Assist psychiatrist with members' collaboration-of-care
  • Provide groups, workshops, and engaging programming educating members on health and wellness topics
  • Teach members health management skills and support increasing independence in this area
  • Complete all documentation on day of service delivery
  • Assist with monitoring medication documentation for accuracy
  • Participate in case consultation as requested by Director or Clinicians
  • Conduct and document collaborative activity with various providers, referral sources, insurance companies, and regulatory agencies
  • Participate in inter-agency meetings when needed
  • Complete trainings as required for regulatory compliance
  • Participate in daily Morning Team Meetings and weekly Team Meeting
  • Participate in Annual Performance Evaluations

Required Performance Expectations

  • LPN will participate in a multidisciplinary treatment team and will support and implement interventions and clinical directives as directed by the Psychiatrist the Clinician or the Team.
  • LPN will demonstrate in their work with Members at ALL times, compassion, and concern when supporting a Member through embracing our organization's Mission and Core Values.
  • LPN will approach Member engagement from a non-judgmental stance understanding that a Member's behavior is driven by past experience, which may include trauma.
  • LPN will treat and speak to Members with supportive kindness even when a Member demonstrates intense behavioral or emotional actions. Staff will show Members dignity and respect for their values and lifestyle.
  • LPN will seek out appropriate support, consultation with Clinician or Psychiatrist, in conjunction with the Program Director or obtain supervision when they are uncertain about how to respond or support a Member effectively.
  • LPN will report back to the treatment Team, Clinician, and Psychiatrist, any observations of Member behavior that suggests Member may need additional treatment interventions and/or support.
  • LPN will engage with all external parties/individuals with appropriate professionalism and with a positive customer service approach, understanding that they represent their employer at all times

Qualifications:

  • A PA license from an accredited licensed practical nurses program.
  • A current and valid LPN license from State where job will be performed
  • A complete listing of all health care settings wherein applicant has worked as an LPN
  • 3 years of experience working with psychiatric population and forensic population preferred
  • Current CPR Certification

PCS, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, or any other protected class. We encourage all to apply.

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