Licensed Practical Nurse (WEEK NIGHT SHIFT ONLY) (JPA)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 35,445 - 46,879; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full state benefits

SDRS retirement (Class A)

Job summary

The South Dakota State Government is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Department of Corrections in Sioux Falls. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and responsibilities including patient care, medical record documentation, and treatment collaboration in a correctional setting.

The ideal candidate will have a valid South Dakota nursing license and must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills. Commitment to confidentiality and emergency response is crucial.

This role includes night shifts and offers full state benefits and SDRS retirement.

Qualifications

• Current, valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Ability to effectively treat patients daily in a variety of settings.
• Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Document accurate and timely offender medical records.
• Provide standardized patient education.
• Administer medications and collaborate on treatment plans.

Skills

Patient treatment

Confidentiality standards

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Job ID: 36329

Agency: Department of Corrections – Correctional Health

Location: Sioux Falls (Jameson Prison)

Salary: $25.73 to $34.03 per hour, plus $5.00 night / $1.50 weekend differential and potential overtime.

Position type: Full‑time, 36 hours per week, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. (night shift). Every third holiday.

What you will do

• Document accurate and timely offender medical records.
• Provide standardized patient education within nursing guidelines.
• Transcribe reports at shift change.
• Preserve confidentiality.
• Provide physical care and treatments, administer medications, collaborate on treatment plans, employ infection control measures, and refer to appropriate Clinical Services staff for new arrivals.
• Perform crisis intervention, interviews, and triage of offenders, and provide instruction and orientation.
• Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures.
• Order and restock medications and supplies.
• Participate in restraining an offender for medical reasons when required.
• Observe and report the physical and emotional condition of offenders, including medication effectiveness during sick call and emergencies.
• Promote safety and security of the clinical environment, including contraband control, counting syringes, needles, narcotics, instruments, and key control.
• Operate a variety of clinical equipment as available in the assigned work unit.
• Inform the supervisor of any violations of security or safety through report writing.
• Attend training programs as assigned, including completion of the Basic Training Academy and the Threat Pattern Recognition self‑defense course.
• Work any shift, weekends, and holidays as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

Required Competencies

• Ability to effectively treat patients daily in a variety of settings.
• Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations involving offenders and/or medical situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent discernment and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts on a full‑time basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intravenous certification.
• Long‑term and acute care experience.
• Experience as an LPN in a correctional environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Commitment to a drug and alcohol‑free work environment; job offers contingent upon background investigation, urine drug screen, and successful completion of essential functions.
• Eligibility to carry Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper spray) if desired; must complete a written and practical self‑defense exam and CPR to AHA guidelines.
• Tuberculosis screening required of all new employees upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of South Dakota is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or disability.

Additional Information

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act and is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Full state benefits and SDRS retirement (Class A) are provided.