Licensed Practical Nurse

Wexford Health Sources; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free CEUs

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Wisely Card payment options

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Western Virginia Regional Jail in Salem, VA.

The role involves hands-on nursing care under supervision, medication administration, vital signs, wound care, and care planning to support a vulnerable population. This position offers day shift opportunities with pay rates ranging from $34.00 to $36.00 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and continuing education options.

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 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

CPR certification

Clinical communication

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Job description

POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day

FACILITY: Western Virginia Regional Jail

LOCATION: Salem, VA

PAY RATE: $34.00/hr. to $36.00/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.