Licensed Practical Nurse - Nebraska Correctional Center Women

Licensed Practical Nurse – Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (Evergreen)

Location:

York, NE

Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46

Hiring Rate: $40,000/hour

We want you to join our team! Immediate openings in York. Varying shifts available; inquire at the time of interview. Starting wage $40,000/hour plus $3.00/hour facility differential and $1.50 to $2.50 shift differential.

We offer the following benefits:

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave (24 days in the first year, accruing immediately)
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

• Meaningful public service – service with a purpose!
• Numerous training and development opportunities

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services employs nearly 2,300 members; the mission includes inmate programming, education, health care, re‑entry services, and community programs. Candidates will model NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence while accomplishing the mission of keeping people safe.

• Perform patient care in a clinic or hospital setting within a correctional institution.
• Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor’s orders, assess patients using protocols, triage, and respond to emergencies.
• Assist in moving inmate patients.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and medications.

• A current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Nebraska (or authority under the Nurse Licensure Compact).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Will complete four to eight weeks of on‑the‑job training.
• Must submit to a background security check.
• Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a pre‑employment medical examination and a drug test.
• Complete the fully paid NDCS Pre‑service Training Program at the Staff Training Academy.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

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The State of Nebraska values its teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.