LPN, Corrections Health: Steady Schedule & Growth

Nunez Community College; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 3,372,000 - 3,761,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Health insurance

10 paid holidays

Sick and annual leave rollover

Deferred compensation plan

Flexible benefits plan

Alternate work schedules (4/10s)

Job summary

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA seeks a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Nursing Department. The LPN will provide direct patient care, monitor health conditions, administer medications, and support a multidisciplinary team within a secure correctional setting.

The role offers set schedules in a 24-hour facility, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with emphasis on safety, compliance with PREA, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license valid in Louisiana or multi-state license (NLC/eNLC)
• Ability to work in a correctional facility environment
• Willingness to work shift hours and comply with PREA requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or senior LPN guidance
• Monitor patients and promptly report changes to the healthcare team
• Collect specimens, perform diagnostic tests, record vitals accurately
• Administer medications and treatments per protocol and document care
• Participate in shift handovers to ensure continuity of care
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges, maintaining safety and efficiency
• Respond to emergencies, including CPR and first aid
• Manage inventory and restock medications and equipment as needed

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Louisiana Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Job description

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA seeks a motivated Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Nursing Department. The LPN will provide direct patient care, monitor health conditions, administer medications, and support a multidisciplinary team within a secure correctional setting.

The role offers set schedules in a 24-hour facility, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with emphasis on safety, compliance with PREA, and comprehensive benefits.