Correctional LPN: Impactful Patient Care & Growth

State of Ohio; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Public retirement system

Job summary

State of Ohio's Rehabilitation and Correction department in Chillicothe is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Chillicothe Correctional Institution.

This full-time, on-site role offers starting pay around $60,000 per year, with duties including direct patient care, medication administration, and chronic care clinics.

Ohio joined the Nurse Licensure Compact, allowing a multistate license to be used in 37 compact states; LPNs should consider licensure requirements and scope.

Qualifications

• License to practice nursing as an LPN issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Certification in IV Therapy if dialysis treatment is provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care as directed.
• Document patient-related care in the EHR.
• Administer medications (oral, IM; IV if certified).
• Assist with medical procedures and sick calls.
• Support chronic care clinics and care planning.
• Respond to emergencies and provide patient education.
• Maintain patient records and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Nursing

Education

LPN license

Job description

State of Ohio's Rehabilitation and Correction department in Chillicothe is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Chillicothe Correctional Institution.

This full-time, on-site role offers starting pay around $60,000 per year, with duties including direct patient care, medication administration, and chronic care clinics.

Ohio joined the Nurse Licensure Compact, allowing a multistate license to be used in 37 compact states; LPNs should consider licensure requirements and scope.