Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Part time; weekend

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part time (every other weekend)

Join Wellpath as a Licensed Practical Nurse for part‑time weekend shifts. The role is located at the Hulse Juvenile Detention Center and runs every other Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 8:30 pm.

• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k), as well as a work‑life balance for you and your family. Additional perks include:

• Daily Pay: receive your money as you earn it
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee assistance program (EAP) with free counseling and health coaching
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

We are a mission‑driven organization that values non‑judgmental compassion, collaboration, and innovation. Our goal is to provide quality care to every patient while living our mantra, "Always Do The Right Thing!", and working together to heal the world, one patient at a time.

The LPN plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—under the supervision of RNs. You will provide patient education and activities that align with their demonstrated competencies.

• Under RN supervision, assess patients’ physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
• Implement treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administer medications (including IV therapy if certified), and perform diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
• Assist in medical or minor surgical procedures, implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and document nursing encounters using SOAP charting to ensure effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high‑quality patient care.

Education

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Prefer a minimum of one year of clinic experience.

Licenses/Certifications

• Hold and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other roles.

Final date to receive applications is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

We are an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.