Licensed Practical Nurse
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Nursing
LPN/LVN, Healthcare Nursing, Nursing Home, Mental Health Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
GA, Jackson
- Special Management Unit
- Jackson, GA 30233
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Shift: Day Travel Percentage:
None Category:
Nursing Professional & Support
Employer:
Centurion Health
Location:
Special Management Unit | Jackson, GA Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse | Day Shift: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Rotating weekend Compensation: $31.00-$36.00 an hour | Weekend shift diff: $1.00 Centurion Health is proud to be the provider of mental health and medical services for the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time | License Practical Nurse (LPN ) to join our day shift team at Special Management Unit | Jackson, GA.
This role is ideal for nurses who prefer day hours, competitive pay, and a structured clinical environment, without the constant interruptions and stress of traditional hospital settings.
Why Work as a full-time LPN position?
- Day shift schedule
- Clear policies and workflows
- Dedicated security presence and clear patient accountability
- No family or visitor interactions, reducing stress and distractions
- Supportive nursing leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration
Position Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of Registered Nurses (RN) and medical and psychiatric staff, to respond to a range of physical and behavioral health needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care
- Follow established safety, security, and infection control protocols
- Monitor patient conditions and report changes appropriately
- Collaborate with medical, mental health, and custody teams
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Qualifications:
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license | Compact (MSL) or Georgia (SL) | Must be active and valid
- Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or BLS | Must be active
- Ability to obtain security clearance via the GADOC, this may include drug screen and criminal background check
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