A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Job Overview A Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care within a correctional facility under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical provider. This role supports the physical and mental health needs of the inmate population while maintaining safety, professionalism, and compliance with facility protocols. LPNs play a critical role in delivering hands-on patient care in a structured, secure environment.
Schedule Options:
36 hours/week (3x12 shifts) -
Days & Nights Available Job Duties Patient Care & Monitoring:
Provide routine nursing care including vital signs, patient observations, and ongoing health monitoring of inmates.
Medication Administration:
Administer medications and injections as prescribed and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions.
Treatment Support:
Perform wound care, catheter care, venipuncture, glucose monitoring, diabetic care, and other general nursing duties within LPN scope of practice.
Emergency Response:
Assist in medical emergencies by providing first aid, CPR, and emergency nursing support until advanced care is available.
Health Education:
Educate inmates on medication compliance, basic health maintenance, and disease prevention as directed.
Documentation:
Accurately document care, treatments, and patient observations in electronic health records while maintaining confidentiality.
Collaboration:
Work closely with RNs, physicians, mental health staff, and correctional officers to support individualized care plans.
Compliance & Safety:
Follow state nursing regulations, facility policies, and security procedures to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and healthcare personnel.
Qualifications Licensure:
Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Colorado , in good standing (or Compact Licensure accepted).
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in corrections, emergency, psychiatric, or high-acuity healthcare settings preferred.
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) -
Required Skills:
Strong clinical and observational skills Ability to work independently in a secure environment Effective communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems Pine Health Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Travel stipends available for qualified candidates Join Pine Health Staffing and make a meaningful impact by providing quality healthcare to an underserved population. Apply today and become a valued part of our corrections healthcare team.
Job Types:
Full-time, Travel LPN, Contract Medical Specialty:
Emergency Medicine Psychiatry Forensic Medicine Trauma Care Physical Setting:
Correctional Facility ER / High-acuity units
Hospital or Institutional Setting Experience:
Nursing:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
LPN (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$1,700.00 - $1,900.00 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
