Position Overview: Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Join a dedicated healthcare team where your skills directly impact the well-being of individuals in a structured and secure environment. As a Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse, you'll play a vital role in providing both routine and emergency nursing care within the Medical and Ambulatory units of a corrections facility. This is a unique opportunity to deliver meaningful care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and make a difference every day-all while upholding safety and security standards.
What You'll Bring:
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Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the applicable state
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At least one year of nursing experience (correctional experience is a plus, but not required)
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Current CPR certification (if applicable)
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Completion of TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray as required)
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Current Health Certificate (per contract or state guidelines)
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Ability to meet all federal, state, and local compliance requirements
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Must be 18 years of age or older
Weekly Compensation:
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Travel Nurse (50+ miles from facility): $1,822.00 gross per week
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Local Nurse (within 50 miles): $1,555.20 gross per week
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: $1526 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-06-25T13:38:38
