The Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse works in close and immediate contact with adults and children in custody on a daily basis providing general and emergency nursing care in the Medical and Ambulatory section of the Corrections Facility while maintaining facility security standards.
Minimum Requirements:
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Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state
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Minimum of one year experience in Corrections preferred
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
Corrections LPN - Day Shift
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 26 Weeks
Schedule: Rotating 36/48, every other weekend
We're hiring an experienced Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide medical and emergency care to adults and juveniles in custody. This role is day shift only and requires strict adherence to facility safety and security procedures.
Requirements
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Active LPN license
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Corrections experience required
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CPR certification
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TB screening (PPD, questionnaire, or chest X-ray)
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Current health certificate (if required)
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Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
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Must be 18 Example Schedule
Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat
Week 2: Sun, Wed, Thurs
Pay &Details
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Nursing
Job Function: Nursing | LPN | LPN - Corrections
Job Type: Travel
Setting: Corrections
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0400
Contract Duration: 26
Pay Rate: $1720 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-05-05T17:42:28
