Licensed Practical Nurse

Our correctional center (Riverhead) is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team. The Licensed Practical Nurse will be primarily be responsible for administering medication and attending to the medical needs of inmates. This LPN position will be included in the Medication Assistance Treatment Program. There will also be opportunities to work with inmates on a one-on-one basis as well as participate in community outreach programs. The successful candidate will support the goals of our correctional center, which is to bring safety and security to both inmates and staff by maintaining positive relationships with the public.

Various shifts are available at the Yaphank and Riverhead facilities:

Examples Of Potential Available Shifts:

3:00pm - 11:00pm

11:00PM - 7:00 AM*

Starting Salary: $54,288 (*PLUS 10% night differential)

Key Elements Of The Role:

• Patient data entry into the "MAT" Spreadsheet and calendar

• Administering all "MAT" Related medications/injections: (Subclade, Vivitrol)

• Document all "MAT" related information, in particular medication administration on the Mars, Nextgen and any related log booklet.

• Assists physicians or physician's assistant while performing exams for inmates;

• Assists inmates with personal care needs as required;

• Assists with medical procedures and treatments such as taking and recording vital signs;

• Performs technical procedures such as EKG, visual acuity testing, GC culture smears (Gonorrhea test), PPDs (skin test-tuberculosis);

• Performs venipunctures and takes blood samples;

• Assists in making daily reports and keeping adequate inventory records of medication and medical supplies;

• May administer medication to inmates as established through a protocol and under the direction of a physician or physician's assistant;

• May assist in the administration of first aid in emergency situations;

• May perform clerical duties including the filing of medical records.

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Pension

• Paid Time Off:  Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service;  sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.

• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.

Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time

**Sponsorship is not available for this role

Starting Salary: $54,288 (PLUS 10% night differential)

Minimum Qualifications: 

Possession of a license or a limited permit issued by the State of New York to practice as a Practical Nurse.

Necessary Special Requirements: Candidate must possess or, for those with limited permits obtain, within one year, a current registration issued by the State of New York to practice as practical nurse, and must maintain a valid registration throughout employment in this title.

Depending upon assignment, candidate may be required at the time of appointment and during employment in this title, to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.