[lpnin03]

Hello all! I am currently applying for a job at a local jail for a LPN position. There is a question that asks for me to write why I am interested/think I would be good for this position.
I'm looking for some advice on some things to include other than my obvious qualifications to get their attention.
Anything you have to offer would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jenn

[Pattiecake]

How about expanding on your assessment/triage skills. The MD hours are limited at a correctional facility. The nurse (LPN or RN) is the eyes and ears for the MD.

[Crawsu]

I agree...
In corrections you need to be able to think on your feet and react wisely to situations that may arise. In most settings there will be protocols or standing orders that allow more independent practice.
If you present yourself as inquisitive and wanting to learn, you'll cinch the job. Corrections presents you with a lot of different situations that will challenge your critical thinking skills, and always there will be opportunities to learn more about a range of medical and psych problems. Speaking of psych, play up any experience with psych as most of your patients will have need for it. Jails are the new psych hospitals. at least it seems that way.
Good luck, hope you find this a rewarding field.
I think that you may find that as an LPN you will still be able to function fairly independantly and if that is what you are looking for then corrections will offer the greatest opportunities.
I was going to tell you about the great LPNs that I work with, but won't go into that here. Suffice it to say that you may find that you are more appreciated in the corrections setting than in the hospital setting. You will be judged on your actions and not on your degree in nursing.