Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Middleton
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Join the VitalCore Team in Massachusetts! We're people fueled by
passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an
industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has openings for
Licensed Practical Nurses at Essex County Correctional Facility in
Middleton, MA for multiple shifts! Looking for a rewarding career
with competitive wages, annual incentive bonus, and excellent
benefits package? At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and
acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to
providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand
how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work
environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard
work and dedication of our staff. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
BENEFITS: Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day,
Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s
Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day Medical Dental Vision
Health Savings Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Identity Theft
Protection Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program and Discount
Center 401K & Plan Matching PTO Annual Incentive Bonus Dependent
Care Flexible Spending Account LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SCHEDULE:
Full-Time Nigh Shift Day Shift, Weekends LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
POSITION SUMMARY: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers
quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as
outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed
Practical/Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks,
activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of
duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN
provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or
Medical Director or other practitioner. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing
program. Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of
employment. Possesses an active CPR certification. Remains
knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing
practice. Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical
competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role. LICENSED
PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Utilizes a systematic approach
to meet the health needs of each individual patient. Implements
nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes
compliance with all laws as applicable in the practice setting).
Assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans
based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should
speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.
Cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.
Administers medications to offenders. Provides for the care of
multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or
Registered Nurse. Monitors vital signs and reports changes to
appropriate medical staff. Documents actions in the MAR and medical
records. Other nursing duties as assigned by facility VitalCore
Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to
creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all
employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the
success of the business and are valued for their skills,
experience, and unique perspectives. Full-Time Nigh Shift Day
Shift, Weekends PI333af97204a7-37456-37604691
Keywords: VitalCore Health Strategies, Peabody , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , Middleton, Massachusetts
