Licensed Practical Nurse

Jobtailor; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota to deliver direct and indirect nursing care within a correctional facility. You will handle medication administration, patient record management, and coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires maintaining health screening records and ensuring compliance with facility policies. The ideal candidate will have an LPN license in Minnesota, 2+ years of related experience, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota with a valid LPN license.
• 2+ years of job-related nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in a correctional or secure setting is desirable.
• Ability to perform required lifting and physical tasks as listed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care for inmates' health needs.
• Deliver clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergencies.
• Order, administer, and distribute prescribed medications.
• Prepare and update medical records and treatment charts.
• Coordinate care plans with interdisciplinary team and external services.
• Maintain accurate health screening records and treatment documentation.
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients and staff.
• Provide on-call coverage per facility policies.

Skills

Clinical Care

Patient Assessment

Medication Distribution

Health Screening

Emergency Care

Record Updating

Care Plan Implementation

Physical Activity Handling

Medical Equipment Usage

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Management

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Minnesota

Tools

Medical Equipment

Standard Office Equipment

Computers

Phones

Job description

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care for inmates' psychological, physical, and mental health needs


• Provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergency situations


• Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed


• Prepare written records and reports and update charts on treatments, procedures, and patient conditions


• Implement nursing care and medical orders safely and responsibly


• Maintain medical records related to health screening, treatment, and care provided during incarceration


• Consult with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate individual care plans


• Coordinate external healthcare services


• Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills


• Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards

Requirements

• Accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience


• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis


• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota


• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation


• Previous correctional health or similar experience preferred


• Ability to provide care in a correctional institution and interact with uncooperative, angry, or hostile clients


• Ability to perform varied physical activity, including bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling/carrying medical equipment


• Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs. and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to use computers, phones, standard office equipment, and medical equipment


• Ability to meet required vision and hearing abilities


• Ability to work three 12-hour shifts with every third weekend rotation


• Must comply with Sheriff's Office tattoo, scar, and brand policy


• Successfully pass required pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and/or other qualification checks as applicable

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing direct and indirect nursing care within a correctional setting, including medication administration, patient record management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in handling diverse patient needs while ensuring compliance with facility policies and maintaining effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Licensed Practical Nurse


• Correctional Health Experience


• Medication Administration


• Patient Record Management


• Interdisciplinary Care Coordination

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Clinical Care


• Patient Assessment


• Medication Distribution


• Health Screening


• Emergency Care


• Chart Updating


• Care Plan Implementation


• Physical Activity Handling


• Medical Equipment Usage


• Record Keeping

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication


• Interpersonal Skills


• Crisis Management


• Team Collaboration


• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota

Industry Keywords

• Correctional Institution


• Inmate Care


• Healthcare Services Coordination


• Criminal Background Investigation


• DOT Physical

Tools & Technologies

• Medical Equipment


• Standard Office Equipment


• Computers


• Phones