Impactful LPN — Corrections Care (Day/Night Shifts)

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Clayton, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide hands-on care in a correctional setting under RNs and providers. You will administer medications, monitor patients, and support daily living activities while documenting care.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on safety, dignity, and healing, with opportunities for professional growth and education support.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted LPN license in the 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

• Administering medications and treatments as ordered
• Assisting with activities of daily living and therapeutic interventions
• Taking vital signs and monitoring patient conditions
• Providing wound care and dressing changes
• Supporting documentation and care planning
• Promoting hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment
• Serving as a vital part of a multidisciplinary treatment team

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Nursing experience

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Clayton, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide hands-on care in a correctional setting under RNs and providers. You will administer medications, monitor patients, and support daily living activities while documenting care.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on safety, dignity, and healing, with opportunities for professional growth and education support.