Licensed Practical Nurse

Maricopa County; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day and night shifts

Growth and development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave and vacation

Employee discounts

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Maricopa County Correctional Health Services (CHS) is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join the jail health team. You will administer medications, deliver comprehensive patient care, and participate in planning and evaluation of nursing care for inmates.

The position requires an unrestricted LPN license (AZ or equivalent multi-compact), experience with medication passes, and IV therapy/venipuncture certification. Shifts include day and night options within Phoenix-area facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid, unrestricted LPN license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing or a recognized multi-compact state license
• Experience in a medical setting with large medication passes
• IV Infusion Therapy/Venipuncture certification is valued

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and therapeutic treatments to inmates
• Provide comprehensive nursing care and patient education
• Collaborate with Sheriff's Detention Officers and health team
• Monitor patient progress and document care activities
• Participate in orientation and training of staff and contract personnel

Skills

LPN license

Medical setting experience

Medication administration

Education

LPN license (AZ Board)

Tools

IV therapy certification

Job description

Posting Date
10/16/26

Application Deadline
Open Until Filled

Pay Range
$30.00 - $41.00 hourly

Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for eligible licensed practical nurses

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Check out our shift differential pay in addition to our base wage:

• An additional $1.75 per hour for hours worked between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• An additional $3.00 per hour for hours worked between 11:00pm - 7:00am

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Correctional Health

About the Position

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be a vital member of Maricopa County's Correctional Health Team and work in partnership with Maricopa County Sheriff's Detention Officers. You will perform specialized nursing functions, including administering medications, therapeutic treatments, providing extensive patient care, and participating in the planning, implementation, and overall nursing care evaluation.

About Us

Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication Assisted Treatment, and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Proud to Offer

• Day and night shifts are available
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Work with a wide array of tools and technologies
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club (https://www.maricopa.gov/6007/Other-Benefits#:~:text=Even%20though%20MCKids%20Club%20isn,facilities%20starting%20November%201%2C%202023.), dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires 11.98% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more!Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ (https://www.maricopa.gov/5954/Love-What-You-Do)

We Require

• Valid, unrestricted license as a licensed practical nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing or issued by another state recognized by the Arizona Board of Nursing as a multi-compact license state

We Also Value

• Experience as a licensed practical nurse
• Experience in a medical setting, requiring large medication passes.
• Intravenous Infusion Therapy/Venipuncture certification

Job Contributions

• Provide healthcare to patients inside the Maricopa County Jails
• Provide health-related education as appropriate to patient needs
• Administer medication and complete related pharmacological procedures
• Collect data for assessment of care needs, report findings, and deliver appropriate nursing interventions
• Monitor patient's progress and report outcomes
• Participate in orientation and training of new employees, contract staff, students, and others

Working Conditions

• Ability to work inside a jail
• Ability to respond to emergencies
• Ability to get on the floor to perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurney that may weigh up to 35 pounds
• Be assigned to various clinical locations in the Phoenix area within a 5-mile radius

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.