Licensed Practical Nurse Unicoi County Jail

Southern Health Partners; Erwin (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) after 1 year

Paid time off

Job summary

Southern Health Partners is seeking an LPN for the day shift at Unicoi County Jail in Erwin, TN. The role involves hands-on patient care in a structured correctional setting, administering medications, and documenting patient status while coordinating with on-site healthcare staff.

Required is an LPN license, with shift rotation and benefits designed to support ongoing professional development and stable work-life balance.

Qualifications

• LPN license required or equivalent certification.
• Must be able to provide compassionate, hands-on patient care.
• Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, hands-on patient care.
• Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols.
• Assess patient needs and respond with sound clinical judgment.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborate with onsite healthcare providers and correctional staff to support quality patient care.

Education

LPN License

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Erwin, TN 37650, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: LPN License, Salary Range: $26.00 - $27.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Days, Job Category: Tennessee, LPN Day Shift – Unicoi County, TN

Location: Unicoi County Jail, TN

Schedule: ¾ 12-Hour Day Shift Rotation; EVO Weekend (7am to 7pm)

DailyPay Available – Get paid when you need it!

Ready for a Fresh Start in Nursing?

You give your best every shift. Now it’s time to work somewhere that gives that same commitment back to you!

At Southern Health Partners (SHP), we believe great nurses deserve a supportive team, meaningful work, and an environment where they can thrive. As an LPN on our day shift, you’ll provide hands‑on care, use your clinical skills, and make a difference every day—all in a secure, structured setting without the nonstop rush of a hospital.

Why You’ll Love Working Days with SHP

• A Supportive Team: Work alongside professionals who value teamwork, respect, and collaboration.
• No Hospital Rush: Focus on patient care without the constant pace and interruptions of a traditional hospital.
• Meaningful Impact: Help meet the healthcare needs of an underserved population.
• DailyPay Available: Access your earned pay when you need it.

Qualifications: What You’ll Do

• Deliver compassionate, hands‑on patient care.
• Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols.
• Assess patient needs and respond with sound clinical judgment.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborate with onsite healthcare providers and correctional staff to support quality patient care.

Your Benefits Package Includes

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with pre‑tax options
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and your birthday off
• Biweekly direct deposit or DailyPay access
• 401(k) eligibility after one year
• Monthly continuing education hours and tuition discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral bonuses
• Professional liability insurance covered by SHP

Why Correctional Nursing?

Less chaos. More autonomy. A greater opportunity to make a difference.

Correctional healthcare offers a unique opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, strengthen your clinical skills, and provide essential care in a stable, structured environment. At Southern Health Partners, we’ve spent over 30 years delivering correctional healthcare with a commitment to respect, integrity, teamwork, and compassion.

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Twitter/X: @SHPJailMedical

Southern Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to drug screening and facility security clearance.