Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)-Nights

NaphCare, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance (beg

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) for night shifts to join our team serving inmates at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves clinical care in a controlled correctional environment, with duties including assessments, med administration, chronic disease management, and emergency response.

New grads are encouraged to apply. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a large national healthcare provider, with emphasis

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN/LVN license in the state of Georgia.
• Active CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and intake health history.
• Take vital signs (BP, temp, weight) and document.
• Provide wound care and wound management.
• Administer medications and monitor reactions.
• Maintain medical records in electronic health record (TechCare).
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid.
• Educate patients and plan discharge/release.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs

Wound care

Medication administration

Medical records

Emergency first aid

Patient education

Education

LPN/LVN license

CPR certification

High school diploma

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN)-Nights

Location: US-GA-Atlanta

ID: 2026-32591

Category: Nursing

Position Type: Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is hiring LPN Nursing shift to join our team of medical professionals in Atlanta, Georgia, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Fulton County Jail.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

*New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!*

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight
• Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas
• Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds
• Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare
• Observing patient health and mental health status
• Providing emergency first aid
• Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Actively state-certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Possess an active CPR certification
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Experience / Skills

• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran