Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Corrections

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 42,471 - 47,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!

Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company paid life insurance

Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program

Discounted rates for home and auto loans

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dedicated team in Buffalo, Minnesota. This role involves essential patient care, including assessment and treatment implementation under RN supervision. You'll make a significant impact in the lives of underserved individuals while enjoying competitive compensation.

Key responsibilities include administering medications, providing support in medical procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient encounters. Ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing education and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota.
• CPR certification required.
• 1+ years of clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions.
• Implement treatment programs and administer medications.
• Assist in medical procedures and document nursing encounters.
• Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Patient assessment

IV therapy

Medication administration

Communication with healthcare staff

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

We're on a path to better healthcare. Join us

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Corrections

Compensation Information: $30.83 - $34.25 / hour

Department (Org): Nursing

You Matter

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission-driven organization with a people-first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Perks and Benefits

• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. Our team is driven by a desire to help society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. We pride ourselves on compassion, collaboration, and innovation, and we demonstrate a commitment to your well‑being through comprehensive benefits and support.

How You Make a Difference

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of RN(s), the LPN provides direction and guidance in patient education and activities that align with education and demonstrated competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, assess patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both Health Care and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
• Implement treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administer medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and perform diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
• Assist in medical or minor surgical procedures, implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and document nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience.

Licenses/Certifications

• Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/ Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Additional Details

In-person interview required.

Evening Shift: 1:30 pm – 10 pm.

Every other weekend (Sat/Sun).

Holidays are first come first serve at this time.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element of this description, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or a role elsewhere in our organization.