LPN, Corrections - 12 hour day shift, Corrections $1000 Sign On Incentive

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO 18 days

Longevity bonus

Sick leave 6 days

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Orange County Government operates in Orlando, Florida, seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse for a 12-hour day shift at the Orange County Jail. You will provide nursing care under supervision, administer medications, document treatments, and assist physicians in a correctional setting.

Qualifications include a current Florida LPN license and willingness to work nights/weekends; medical/surgical nursing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a current valid Florida Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Must be able to work a variety of shifts; including nights and weekends.
• Preferences: medical/surgical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Primary duties function as medication and treatment nurse.
• Monitors medication compliance in accordance with established protocols.
• Documents administration of medications and treatments; observes changes and notifies.
• Carries out treatment plans as established by the medical team.
• Obtains urine, blood and other specimens for laboratory examinations.
• Assists physicians in clinic areas.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Maintains unit compliance for inspections.
• Participates in in-service training and continuing education.
• Provides routine clinic tasks as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN license

Nursing skills

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

This is a 12 hour day shift position at the Orange County Jail.

Job Description

General Functions:

Performs nursing duties requiring skills and judgments in the care and treatment of patients in a correctional setting using nursing principles and techniques for a variety of patient problems. Direct supervision is received from the RN, the nursing supervisor and/or staff physician.

Representative Duties/Assignments:

• Primary duties functions as medication and treatment nurse.
• Monitors medication compliance in accordance with established protocols.
• Accurately documents the administration of medication and treatments provided. Observes patients for deviations from normal conditions, documents changes and notifies appropriate.
• Carries out treatment plans as established by the medical team.
• Obtains urine, blood and other specimens for laboratory examinations.
• Assists physicians in clinic areas.
• Responds to all emergencies.
• Maintains unit compliance for inspections.
• Participates in in-service training programs and mandatory continuing education.
• Provides routine clinic tasks as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a current valid Florida License Practical Nurse license. Must be able to work a variety of shifts; including nights and weekends.

Preferences:

Medical/surgical nursing experience.

Open Date:

09/22/2026

Close Date:

10/06/2026

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 804 - From $25.42 to $34.26

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Sign-on Incentive

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

This is a 12 hour day shift position at the Orange County Jail in Orlando, Florida

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.