Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 1250 East Arica Road
Location: Eloy
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Certification Details - Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) State License (Arizona) Job Details - Licensed Practical
Nurse responsible for basic nursing duties including execution of
physician orders, operation of pill call, sick call, assisting
physician in examinations and treatments, and performing
technical/clinical procedures within license scope. - Assist in
professional management of facility medical department. - Apply
nursing skills in care and treatment of inmates/residents. - Attend
sick call with physician, prepare list of inmates/residents to be
examined, prepare examining room and equipment. - Operate pill
call, dispense medication, document as required. - Control
medication, syringes, medical supplies, inventory as per
procedures. - Perform emergency procedures as needed. - Maintain
cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and work area. - Document
and report activities per policies including medical file
documentation. - Assist supervisor in evaluating medical services
to prevent inappropriate use or duplication. - Maintain security
and confidentiality of medical records. - Observe and record
inmate/resident behavior. - Inspect medical unit for contraband
items; securely store or dispose supplies and equipment. - Prepare
and maintain various records, reports, and logs; process reports
timely. - Read and interpret medical and technical procedures,
regulations, legal documents. - Respond to lawsuits via corporate
counsel; attend court hearings if necessary; conduct chart
research. - Communicate effectively with administration, staff,
inmates/residents, visitors, and public, using tact and good
judgment. - Help evaluate and recommend physical safety
requirements for safe working environment. - Facilitate
accreditation processes (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) by providing efficient
and appropriate medical services. - Prepare and disseminate safety
and accident reports; take action in serious incidents and
emergencies. - Escort or coordinate movement of inmates/residents
for medical treatment. - Assist in investigations and inquiries;
gather information, interview, obtain statements; exercise judgment
on disciplinary actions. - Work in confined areas, rotating shifts;
physically check security of doors, windows, and other areas. -
Aware of potential verbal abuse in hostile environment. Job
Requirements - Graduate from an approved school of nursing with
certificate as Licensed Practical Nurse. - Must be licensed in the
state of employment (Arizona). - A valid driver's license is
required. Schedule Information - Contract length is 13 weeks.
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