Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN #)

Company: STG International Inc
Location: Batavia
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

STG International is accepting resumes of qualified candidates for the LVN/LPN position to work full-time and PRN providing medical care to detainees in custody in support of ICE Health Service Corps at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Medical Facility.

INTRODUCTION:

The ICE Health Services Corps (IHSC) exists within the organizational structure of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) under the supervision of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps Officers, civil service staff and contractors comprise the healthcare professionals working together to provide quality healthcare services. IHSC serves as the medical experts for ICE for detainee health care.

MISSION:

IHSC's mission is to provide medical care to maintain the health of individuals in the custody of ICE through an integrated health care delivery system, based on nationally recognized correctional, detention and residential health care standards. The Agency is committed to providing healthcare services to protect the nation's health, reduce global disease and provide medical support for the law enforcement mission of the safe apprehension, enforcement and removal of detained individuals involved in immigration proceedings. IHSC is committed to ensuring a system of care that is ethical, responsible, and accountable through rigorous surveillance and monitoring activities.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct care to patients within discipline Scope of Practice and performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing and or granted privileges.
• Provides treatment of persons throughout the life span as appropriate to discipline and facility setting.
• May be expected to respond to and or coordinate response to medical emergencies.
• Evaluates health care needs of residents and assists RN in the development of nursing care plans to meet those needs.
• Assists with gathering resident data during sick call and medical appointments.
• Obtains medical information on residents using pre-established questionnaire and appropriately refers abnormal findings or responses or stated medical problems to the RN, midlevel provider or physician.
• Maintains safety when dispensing medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazards of drug hoarding and trafficking among residents.
• Provide patient/resident education as appropriate.
• May coordinate health care needs of residents with healthcare team and referrals to off-site providers as appropriate for facility.
• Assures a safe and clean working environment at all times.
• Participates as member of health care team to ensure that needed equipment, supplies and logs are available, clean, functional and up to date.These services will be primarily to conduct tuberculosis surveillance i.e. digital single view chest xrays.
• Collect laboratory specimens as requested per IHSC policy and procedures. Other duties as assigned. ATTRIBUTES AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking skills
• Cultural competency.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
• Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required).
  
  REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  
  Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Graduate from an approved, accredited Vocational/Practical Nurse program located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
• Must have a minimum of one year of experience in a hospital, medical office or outpatient clinical setting.
  REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
• Maintains current, active and unrestricted LVN/LPN license by the state in which the duty station is located. Any changes to license must be reported to employer immediately.
• This position does not require privileging by IHSC.
• Maintains BLS for Healthcare Providers-- certification through the American Heart Association.
  
  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  
  
• Ability and proficiency to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment.
• Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the patient understands.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web based training and communications.
• Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
  
  DUTY HOURS/ON-CALL REQUIREMENTS:
• IHSC operates 24/7/365; this position is required to respond during an emergency activation.
• This full time position requires availability to work day, evening and night shifts. Availability during weekends and holidays is also required.
• On-call availability is not required for this position.
  
  SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
• The Department of Homeland Security's Personnel Security Unit (PSU) must render a Preliminary Favorable Fitness Determination to be considered a qualified candidate.
• A Complete Favorable Fitness Determination must be rendered by PSU upon completion of initial and subsequent background investigations to meet the requirements of this position.
  
  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 10 minutes and maintain balance.
• Required to respond to any medical emergency within 4 minutes, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance.
• Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
• Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
• Must be able to see, hear and smell with or without the use of aides if necessary (exceptions on a case by case basis).
• Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing.
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.
• Must perform the duties in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.
• Must be capable of standing on hard services (cement floors) for long periods of time.
  
  STG International, Inc (STGi) is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.
  
  STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.
  
  STG International, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Keyphrases: correctional medical services jobs, correctional medicine jobs, correctional health services jobs, prison health services jobs

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