Licensed Practical Nurse F226) WSP
Listed on 2026-09-02
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, LPN/LVN, Mental Health Nurse, Nursing Home
Licensed Practical Nurse 4 (LPN4) - Full Time, Perm
WA State Penitentiary
Salary Range: $6,132 - $8,253 / month
Walla Walla, WA
Current Available Shift- Tuesday - Saturday
-1405 - 2205
The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN4) for the WA State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, WA.
Under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse 4 supports the department's mission to improve public safety by assisting in the implementation of the nursing process and delivering services to promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.
This recruitment could be used to fill multiple vacant positions.
Duties- Administer medication.
- Use tools, techniques, and physical and cognitive skills and abilities to practice nursing safety and effecively in the correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code so that patient care provided is safet, effective, efficient, and clinically appropriate.
- Provide competent patient care.
- Self-evaluate and practice professional nursing conduct at all times.
- Delegate and assign tasks to other staff as appropriate.
- Provide effective communication and documentation.
- All otheer task assigned.
- Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Licensed Practical Nurse OR An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State and completion of the MLS demographic survey AND
- Two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Have American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work.
- Experience working as a nurse in an acute care setting or a correctional facility.
The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our VisionWorking together for safer communities.
Our CommitmentTo operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
Our Core ValuesCorrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-documents
- DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit .
- A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude…
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