Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Washington, DC

NEEDED: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LOCATION: 800 N Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC 20004

SCHEDULE:

  • Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Positions must be covered continuously during operating hours.
  • Overtime is not authorized.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Shall be U.S. citizens or lawfully permitted residents,
  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Hold a full, current, and unrestricted LPN license in D.C. or any U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Have a current CPR certification.
  • Able to pass a CSOSA background check,
  • Speak and write English fluently,
  • Be free of drug use and communicable diseases.
  • Be trained in universal precautions and infection control standards
  • Complete annual TB testing or submit chest x-ray documentation.

JOB DUTIES:

Daily Operations

  • Review daily SMART21 schedule for offender appointments.
  • Greet offenders and verify identity via government-issued photo ID.
  • Log each test and result on daily tracking sheet and SMART system.
  • Document "No Shows" and notify the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

DNA Collection Procedure

  • Collect samples using Government-furnished FBI B Barcode Kits per FBI instructions.
  • For refusals or inability to collect, obtain signed "Refusal to Submit DNA Sample" form and report to COR and Community Supervision Officer (CSO).
  • Secure all samples in locked cabinet until end of day shipment to FBI.

Tuberculin Skin Testing

  • Administer 0.1 ml of PPD intradermally and record the reaction (48–72 hours).
  • Schedule and read tests within 72 hours, document in SMART and TB log.
  • Refer positive cases to D.C. TB Clinic for further evaluation.

Administrative Support

  • Maintain inventory of collection kits and supplies; notify COR of shortages.
  • Answer routine staff inquiries regarding DNA/TB testing processes.
  • Report daily issues, incidents, or safety concerns to COR.

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunity, and healthcare benefits contribution.