LPN - Corrections

Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Travel stipends

Job summary

HAN Staff is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Columbia, SC to provide direct patient care in a correctional healthcare setting. Local pay is $40.00/hour (W2); travel pay includes hourly, lodging stipend, and meal/incidentals components, with total compensation around the stated package.

Shift details include 6am–7pm day shifts with the start date on 09/28/2026. Requires SC LPN license, 1+ year recent LPN experience, PSV, and current certifications (BLS, TB, immunizations).

Qualifications

• Current, valid South Carolina LPN license in good standing.
• Minimum 1+ year experience as an LPN within the last 3 years.
• Copy of PSV from licensing board or verification agency, if required.
• Copy of required certifications (BLS, N95 fit test, immunizations, TB test, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or physician supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor and record vital signs; report changes.
• Assist with patient assessments and care plans.
• Document care in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment.
• Follow facility policies and infection control standards.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

EMR documentation

Education

LPN license (SC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse – Columbia, South Carolina

Local Pay: $ 40.00/hour- W2

Travel Pay:

Travel Rate (based on 36 hours): Hourly $18.02, Stipend (Lodging $623.00 + M&I $301.00) = $924.00,

Total Comp: $1,572.72

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.

New to correctional healthcare? Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality patient care in a safe, secure, and professionally managed correctional setting.

Shift Details:

• Start Date: 09/28/2026

• Day Shift: 6am - 7pm

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

• Monitor and record patients' vital signs and report changes in condition.

• Assist with patient assessments and implement individualized care plans.

• Perform wound care, specimen collection, and other basic nursing procedures.

• Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and treatment plans.

• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for patients.

• Follow facility policies, infection control protocols, and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, valid, and unrestricted South Carolina license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.

• Minimum of 1+ year within the last 3 years of recent experience as a LPN

• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.

• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test,..)

Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Travel Stipends for Qualified Candidates

For questions about this opportunity, please contact Queyara at [phone], Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.