Licensed Practical Nurse

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Pocahontas (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Continuing education

Free CEUs

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible pay options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Tazewell Regional Jail in Tazewell, VA for day shift opportunities. You will administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality care in a correctional setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to policies, and accurate documentation. Requirements include an active LPN license, CPR certification, and 1–2 years of nursing experience; correctional

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.
• 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 changing dressings.
• Supporting documentation and care planning.
• Promoting hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment for all patients.
• Serving as a vital part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

LPN License

CPR Certification

Job description

POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day shift – 3 days weekly
FACILITY: Tazewell Regional Jail
LOCATION: Tazewell, VA
PAY RATE: $23.00 hr. – $26.00 hr.

Are you ready for a nursing role where your skills truly matter and your impact is immediate?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice-involved patients for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving their first experience with quality, compassionate care—and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As an LPN at our facility, you’ll play a hands‑on role in delivering care to a vulnerable population under the guidance of RNs and medical providers. Some responsibilities include:

• 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 changing dressings
• Supporting documentation and care planning
• Promoting hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment for all patients
• Serving as a vital part of a multidisciplinary treatment team

You’ll do more than just deliver care.
You’ll restore dignity, build trust, and change lives.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid‑time‑off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Non‑taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your skills matter here. Your compassion changes lives.
Apply today and become the LPN your community needs.

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