Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - Prebook

NaphCare, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision starts day one

Prescription coverage

401K with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

CME/CEU opportunities

Life insurance

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) to support medical care in the jail setting.

You will work with correctional staff to conduct assessments, administer medications, perform wound care and routine nursing duties in a secure environment. This role requires compassion, strict confidentiality and adherence to facility policies while delivering high‑quality care to a diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Active state LPN/LVN license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA).
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Adhere to facility codes of conduct and policies.
• Pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and document health problems.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Provide wound care and administer medications.
• Maintain medical records in TechCare EHR and ensure accuracy.
• Offer emergency first aid and discharge planning.

Skills

BLS/CPR

Confidentiality

Professionalism

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / LVN

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - Prebook

Location

US-FL-Jacksonville

ID

2026-32397

Category

Nursing

Position Type

Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is hiring LPNs to join our team of medical professionals in Jacksonville, FL, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Detention Center.

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.

Responsibilities

As an LPN, you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• 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

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• 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
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA required)
• 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
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

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

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Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube