Licensed Practical Nurse

Rite of Passage; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

401k Match

Holidays

Free Meals

Job summary

Rite of Passage in Nashville, TN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the medical team at the Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center. The role supports health care for youth ages 12-18, including immunizations, screenings, and health education within the scope of the LPN license.

The position is full-time, on-site at the detention center with pay ranging $30-$34 per hour. Eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401k plan

Qualifications

• Have a High School diploma or equivalent and possess a current Licensed Practical Nursing Credential from the state in which employed.
• Have a minimum of two years of previous medical services administration, including demonstrated experience in operating and securing comprehensive health services programs.
• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Administer immunizations, assist with TB screening and flu vaccines, and maintain students' health records as part of the medical team.
• Assist in training employees on health care topics such as prevention of sports injuries, blood-borne pathogens, CPR, First Aid, and behavioral disorders.
• Assist in ordering supplies, pharmaceuticals, and other medical equipment for the medical team.

Skills

Functional Expert

Detail Oriented

Dedicated

Ability to Make an Impact

Job Security

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Category: Professional Student Services

Requisition Number: LICEN018178

• Posted : September 22, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville, Tennessee

The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center is located in Downtown Nashville, right next to the Tennessee Titans stadium, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for at-risk youth. As part of our team, you’ll help provide care and supervision for young individuals awaiting trial, offering a mix of education, counseling, medical and recreation services. You’ll monitor activities, document behavior, and assist in various programs to support the growth and development of youth aged 12-18. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and ensuring safety and security, we want you to be part of our team!

Pay: $30-$34/hr

Perks & Benefits: Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance within 90 days, choice of Supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and increased Life Insurance, eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment, 9 Recognized Holidays, Free Meals on shift and more!

What you will do: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works as a key member of the D.C.J.D.C. medical team, and provides for the general health care of students within the scope of your license. This may include administering immunizations, assisting with TB screen, flu vaccines, and the overall health maintenance of students and staff. As an LPN, you will also assist with training employees regarding relevant health care topics such as prevention of sports injuries, blood borne pathogens, CPR, First Aid, and behavioral disorders. This position assists in ordering supplies, pharmaceuticals, and other medical equipment for the medical team.

To be considered you should:

Have a High School diploma or equivalent and possess a current Licensed Practical Nursing Credential from the state in which employed. Have a minimum of two years of previous medical services administration, including demonstrated experience in operating and securing comprehensive health services programs. Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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