LPN​/LVN Corrections

Corrections LPN - Women's Prison

Location: McRae-Helena, GA 31055
Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Start Date: January 13, 2026
Contract Length: 13+ weeks
Hours per Week: 36

Pay Breakdown

• Local Rate: $36/hour
• Travel Pay (Over 50 miles):
  • Taxed Compensation: $468
  • Untaxed Stipend: $1,000
• Travel Weekly Total: $1,468

Job Summary

The Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general and emergency nursing care to adults and children in custody within the Medical and Ambulatory section of the Corrections Facility. This role requires maintaining facility security standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and emergency nursing care to incarcerated individuals
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor patient health and document findings accurately
• Collaborate with healthcare and correctional staff to ensure safety and compliance
• Maintain security protocols at all times

Minimum Requirements

• Current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state
• Minimum of one year experience in corrections (preferred)
• Current CPR certification
• TB Questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as applicable)
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

* Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.