Licensed Vocational Nurse; LVN), Sheriff's Detentions
Listed on 2026-09-22
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Nursing
LPN/LVN, Healthcare Nursing
Sheriff's Detentions Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN)
The County of San Diego is currently recruiting for the position of Sheriff's Detentions Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN). The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment. Future Salary Increase June 2027 – 4.70% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.70% Market Adjustment). In addition to the base salary, Sheriff's Detentions Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) Earn.
80/hr for working evening shift Earn.
80/hr for working graveyard shift 10% institutional work location premium Receive free food in the detention facilities Receive an annual uniform allowance The Sheriff's Office has numerous immediate vacancies and will be scheduling interviews for qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will be invited to schedule an interview time and should expect to spend at least 40 minutes for the interview. Additional information will be provided prior to the interview.
Interview times will be assigned on a first come, first served basis, so if you are contacted for an interview, please schedule as soon as possible. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam approximately 2-3 weeks after the interview date. Sheriff's Detentions LVNs provide nursing care to patients in one of the San Diego County detention facilities.
Duties include assisting in clinics, caring and treating individuals with medical or psychiatric conditions, and responding to emergencies. Tasks performed can include but not limited to the preparation and administration of medications, venipuncture, performing simple lab tests, and wound care. This class differs from Licensed Vocational Nurse in that the latter is found in the Health and Human Services Agency and provides skilled nursing care to patients and clients at mental health facilities, a geriatric/long-term rehabilitation hospital, and public health clinics.
For more information on this job description, please visit the Sheriff's Detentions Licensed Vocational Nurses job classification page.
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