Corrections LPN

Amergis; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Awards & Recognition

Job summary

Amergis seeks a Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse for a travel assignment in Parkersburg, WV. The role involves close, daily contact with adults in custody, providing general and emergency nursing care in the Medical and Ambulatory sections while upholding facility security standards.

Requirements include an active Practical Nursing license in the applicable state, CPR if needed, a health certificate, and meeting all federal, state, and local requirements; at least 18 years old, with one year

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

• Provide general and emergency nursing care in the Medical and Ambulatory sections of the Corrections Facility.
• Maintain facility security standards while delivering care.

Education

Practical Nursing License (state)

Job description

Corrections LPN

Setting: Corrections

Job Type: Travel

Pay: 1510 Week

Hours: 36.00

Location: Parkersburg, WV

The Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse works in close andimmediate contact with adults and children in custody on a daily basisproviding general and emergency nursing care in the Medical and Ambulatorysection of the Corrections Facility while maintaining facility securitystandards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possesses a current Practical Nursing License in theapplicable 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 stateregulation)
• 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: Travel

Setting: Corrections

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0672

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $1510 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-24T22:53:34