Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs or LVNs) - Full Time

Naphcare, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs/LVNs) to join our team in Tucson, Arizona, at the Pima County Detention Center. We offer full-time roles with competitive hourly pay and a shift differential for evening shifts.

Join a team of medical professionals dedicated to delivering quality correctional healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN/LVN license in state.
• BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Adherence to Code of Conduct and facility policies.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and obtain current health information.
• Measure vital signs (BP, temperature, weight).
• Provide wound care and med administration with monitoring.
• Maintain medical records in the electronic health record (TechCare).
• Monitor patient health and mental status; provide emergency first aid.
• Offer patient education and discharge planning.

Skills

BLS CPR Certification

State license: LPN/LVN

Confidentiality

Code of Conduct

Background check clearance

Education

Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program

Tools

TechCare EHR

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs or LVNs) - Full Time

life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, 401(k)

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Jul 25, 2026

Location
US-AZ-Tucson

ID
2026-31479

Category
Nursing
Position Type
Full-Time

NaphCare is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team of medical professionals in Tucson, Arizona, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Pima County Detention Center. We currently have a Full Time positions available!

Pay rates range from $34.11-$36.00 per hour plus a $2.00-$3.00 shift differential for evening shifts .

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 (American Heart Association 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

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