Amergis is seeking dedicated and resilient Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide quality healthcare services within a secure correctional environment. This role involves direct patient care, medication administration, emergency response, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective treatment and continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide direct nursing care in a secure correctional setting
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Administer medications, injections, and prescribed treatments accurately
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Conduct intake screenings, assessments, and routine vital sign checks
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Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid or triage care
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Monitor patient health status and document all care and observations
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Assist providers with exams, procedures, and diagnostic testing
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Collaborate with healthcare staff and correctional personnel to coordinate care
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Educate patients on medications, chronic conditions, and hygiene
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Maintain compliance with infection control, safety standards, and correctional protocols
Requirements:
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Active New Jersey LPN license
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1.5+ years of LPN experience (required)
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Current BLS certification
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Must be comfortable working in a prison/correctional environment (fast-paced, structured, and potentially challenging)
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Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
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Prior correctional healthcare experience
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Experience in behavioral health, detox, or chronic disease management
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Experience with EMR systems
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: Contract - Full Time
Setting: Corrections
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0709
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $1600 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-06-12T14:33:03
