Licensed Practical Nurse - Sheriff's Office

County of Anoka; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Anoka County Sheriff's Office seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the jail health team. You will provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergencies, manage medications, and maintain medical records in a fast-paced correctional setting.

This full-time, on-site role offers advancement opportunities, a strong benefits package, and a supportive, team-oriented environment within Anoka County Jail in Anoka, MN.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota.
• Pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to inmates.
• Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications.
• Prepare records and update charts on treatments and observations.
• Implement nursing care and medical orders safely and accurately.
• Maintain medical records for inmates and health screenings.
• Coordinate treatment with the health care team for individual care plans.
• Communicate effectively with the health care team and inmates.
• Provide on-call coverage as per facility policy.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Education

Accreditation from a technical school or trades program

2 years (2,080 hours) related experience

Job description

Job Posting End Date: September 28, 2026 at 11:59pm CST. Hiring range: $64,480.00 to $90,230.40 annually ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application.

Position Description: The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) invites you to consider joining our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health where you’ll become part of a dedicated, tight knit nursing team committed to delivering exceptional care in a complex correctional setting. This role is fast paced and offers the opportunity to provide meaningful care every day. You’ll use your clinical judgment and steady presence to make a real difference. The Anoka County Jail nursing team is known for its professionalism, teamwork, and compassion — and you’ll be an essential contributor to that mission. As the LPN you will provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergency situations. Your responsibilities include managing medications, coordinating external healthcare services, maintaining accurate medical records, and carrying out medical orders. Consider joining our team where you’ll be supported by dedicated colleagues, valued for your expertise, and trusted to make a meaningful impact every day. If you’re looking for purposeful work in a collaborative, mission driven environment, we’d be excited to welcome you. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.

Salary & Benefits

Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32- LELS 567: $64,480.00 to $90,230.40 annually ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

This position will work at the Anoka County Jail, located at 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303. Anoka County Jail is staffed 24/7, we are looking to fill shifts with a schedule of three (3) – 12-hour shifts and an every third weekend rotation. Additional hours available to those interested.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
• Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed.
• Prepare written records and reports and update charts containing information on treatments and procedures administered and observations regarding their condition.
• Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner.
• Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
• Consult with the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans.
• Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
• Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous correctional health or similar experience.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Standard office environment, correctional institution. Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment. Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling/carrying medical equipment. Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to medical equipment. Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Tattoo Policy

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between Anoka County and Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS).

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner.

If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

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Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO

Our team of over 2,000 employees is united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust. We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County's citizens in a respectful, innovative and fiscally responsible manner.

If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process

If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number.