Corrections LPN: Deliver Immediate Patient Care & Dignity

Wexford Health Sources; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for day shift opportunities at the Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility.

You will administer medications, assist with daily living, monitor vitals, and participate in wound care under supervision of RNs and medical providers. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care in a corrections setting, with ongoing opportunities for CEUs and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted LPN license in state of practice.
• 1-2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred).
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; adaptability in high-pressure settings.
• A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Assist with activities of daily living and therapeutic interventions.
• Take vitals and monitor patient conditions.
• Provide wound care and dressings.
• Support documentation and care planning.
• Promote hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment for all patients.
• Serve as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

CPR certification

Nursing experience

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for day shift opportunities at the Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility.

You will administer medications, assist with daily living, monitor vitals, and participate in wound care under supervision of RNs and medical providers. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care in a corrections setting, with ongoing opportunities for CEUs and professional growth.