Corrections LPN: Charge Nurse & Patient Care

Oklahoma Ag; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Great Plains Correctional Center in an on-site, full-time role. Responsibilities include technical nursing care, patient assessment, and administering medications within a correctional health setting.

Level I and II salary bands are listed; travel may be required for some positions. End date is 2026-10-14; multi-shift availability may be needed.

Qualifications

• Valid permanent Oklahoma LPN license approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or eNLC-recognized license.
• Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, theory, and infection control.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and follow instructions; maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of a RN, physician, or dentist.
• Administer medications as ordered and monitor patient responses.
• Assist in developing and implementing plans of care and supervise tasks as assigned.
• Serve as Charge Nurse and oversee nursing staff when required.

Skills

Nursing techniques

Infection control

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Education

Oklahoma LPN license

eNLC recognition

Job description

The Department of Corrections is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Great Plains Correctional Center in an on-site, full-time role. Responsibilities include technical nursing care, patient assessment, and administering medications within a correctional health setting.

Level I and II salary bands are listed; travel may be required for some positions. End date is 2026-10-14; multi-shift availability may be needed.