Corrections LPN

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Columbia (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse for placement in Columbia, KY. This contract–full time role pays $35 per hour, with a 36-hour work week, in the Medical and Ambulatory section of a corrections facility, providing general and emergency nursing care while upholding security standards.

Minimum requirements include a current Practical Nursing License in the state, CPR if applicable, TB screening or chest X-ray, a health certificate, and at least 18 years

Qualifications

• Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state.
• Minimum of one year experience in Corrections preferred.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

Practical Nursing License

Job description

Corrections LPN

Setting: Corrections

Job Type: Contract – Full Time

Pay: 35 Hour

Hours: 36.00

Location: Columbia, KY

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

• Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in the applicable state

• Minimum of one year experience in Corrections preferred

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• 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: 0148

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $35 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-17T15:59:30