Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description:

Job Overview

A Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care for night shifts (Thurs-Sat) 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)

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 Details

Pay Rate : $42.82

Contract Length (weeks) : 13

Start Date : 7/1/2026

City : Brighton

State : CO