Licensed Practical Nurse - Omaha Correctional Center

State-of-Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Military leave

Retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PSLF eligible

Training programs

Job summary

State of Nebraska is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Omaha Correctional Center. The role offers varying shifts with a starting wage of $40.00/hour, plus $3.00/hour facility differential and $1.50–$2.50 shift differential.

The position includes 13 paid holidays, generous leave, retirement benefits, and other comprehensive health and training opportunities. Responsibilities include patient care in a correctional clinic, administering medications, assisting with supplies, and handling

Qualifications

• Must hold Nebraska LPN license or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Must submit to background security check and pre-employment medical exam and drug test.
• NDCS Pre-service Training Program upon Staff Training Academy completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a clinic or hospital setting within a correctional institution.
• Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor orders, assess patients per protocols and triage. Respond to emergencies.
• Assist in moving inmate patients and assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and medications.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Emergency triage

Inmate handling

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in NE or NLC

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Correctional Services - Agency 46Location:Omaha, NEHiring Rate:$40.000Job Posting:JR2026-00028680 Licensed Practical Nurse - Omaha Correctional Center (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):08-29-2026Job Description:We want you to join our team! IMMEDIATE OPENINGVarying shifts available, inquire at the time of interview. Starting wage $40.000/hour. Additional $3.00/hour facility differential for hours worked, plus $1.50 - $2.50 shift differential. We want you to join our team!• 13 paid holidays• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)• Military leave• 156% state-matched retirement• Tuition reimbursement• Employee assistance program• 79% employer paid health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federalgovernment• Meaningful public service - service with a purpose!• Numerous training and development opportunitiesThe Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) employs nearly 2,300 team members operating institutions statewide, which house approximately 5,800 inmates. The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Candidates will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe."Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail]:Perform patient care in a clinic or hospital setting in a correctional institution.Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor's orders, assess patients utilizing protocols, triage, respond to emergencies.Assist in moving inmate patients.Assists with inventory and ordering of supplies and medications.Requirements / Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: A current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Nebraska is required.Other : Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training. Must submit to background security check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NDCS Pre-service Training Program.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.