Job Title: GCHC Licensed Practical Nurse - Waycross, GA
Location: Ware State Prison
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 216276
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Minimum Requirements Graduation from an approved LPN program; Licensed as an LPN in the State of Georgia; Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification. Departmental Requirements - Knowledge, Abilities & Skills Ability to maintain confidentialityAbility to lift 50 lbs and walk 300 yardsExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases Preferred Prefer one year of clinical experience; Corrections experience is a plus Responsibilities The Licensed Practical Nurse provides individualized, direct patient care to inmates/patients under the guidance of a clinical supervisor. The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Accepts staffing assignments and performs other related duties as required or assigned by the DON or Designated Charge Nurse.
• Provides individualized, direct patient care to inmates/patients under the guidance of a clinical supervisor.
• Adheres to all security regulations.
• Performs all other related duties/tasks as assigned.

GCHC AAEEO/Condition Statement Georgia Correctional HealthCare (GCHC) is a Division of Augusta University. We are an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. Also, Augusta University is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. It is the policy of the University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status. Pre-Employment Requirements

All candidates are to complete and successfully pass Pre-Employment requirements. This includes a Criminal History Record Release (and when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen). Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Shift/Salary Pay Grade: 11 Salary: $18.00/hr Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: 05-30-2019 - Until Filled