Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Corrections | 26-Week Contract | $1,700 Gross Weekly

Purple Cow Recruiting; Waymart (Wayne County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Heartline Staffing seeks Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for a 26-week correctional healthcare contract in Waymart, PA. Two openings exist for night shifts from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

Join a dedicated correctional healthcare team providing essential nursing care, with an emphasis on safety and professional health services for inmates and staff. Local candidates preferred and travel is not required.

Qualifications

• PA LPN license is required.
• Correctional or mental health experience preferred.
• Must pass background checks and clearances for correctional healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within a correctional facility.
• Assist staff and inmates with health services while maintaining safety protocols.
• Complete required documentation and EMR entries.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

High-stress management

Active Pennsylvania LPN license

Education

Pennsylvania LPN License

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Corrections | $1,700 Gross Weekly

Waymart, PA | Correctional Healthcare

26-Week Contract

Shift: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM

Heartline Staffing is recruiting Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for a 26-week correctional healthcare contract in Waymart, Pennsylvania. Two openings are available.

TRAVEL CONTRACT AT A GLANCE

Gross Weekly Pay: $1,700

Taxable Rate: $15.00/hour

Tax-Free Stipend: $1,100/week for eligible travelers

Contract Length: 26 weeks

Shift: Nights | 10:00 PM–6:30 AM

Location: Waymart, PA

Openings: 2

Overtime: Available if needed

Tax-free stipend eligibility is subject to applicable tax-home and IRS requirements.

THE ASSIGNMENT

Join a dedicated correctional healthcare team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), providing essential nursing care within a correctional facility. This role focuses on delivering compassionate, professional health services to a diverse population in a secure environment while supporting the safety and well-being of staff and inmates.

Correctional or mental health experience is preferred. At least 1 year of recent nursing experience, ideally in a correctional or psychiatric setting, is also preferred.

Local candidates are encouraged to apply. No travel is required as part of the position.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to handle high-stress situations professionally, and an active Pennsylvania LPN license are essential for this assignment.

Requirements

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Pennsylvania REQUIRED
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills REQUIRED
• Ability to handle high-stress situations with professionalism REQUIRED
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and clearances specific to correctional healthcare REQUIRED

Preferred

• Correctional or mental health nursing experience
• At least 1 year of recent nursing experience, ideally in a correctional or psychiatric setting
• Bilingual abilities
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Heartline Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing