LPN Days

SOUTHERN HEALTH PARTNERS INC; Barbourville (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Eligibility

Job summary

SOUTHERN HEALTH PARTNERS INC is seeking an LPN in Barbourville, KY to provide nursing care at Knox County Jail. This full-time position is Day shift and involves a correctional setting where patient care is delivered in a structured environment.

You will administer medications, document care, and collaborate with medical staff and correctional personnel to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. DailyPay is available, and the team emphasizes professional growth and support.

Qualifications

• LPN license must be active.
• Experience in nursing care is preferred.
• Able to document accurately and timely.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on nursing care.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Assess patient needs and respond using sound clinical judgment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Communicate effectively with providers and the healthcare team.
• Work collaboratively with correctional staff to support patient care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Clinical judgment

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

LPN License

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Barbourville, KY 40906Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: LPN LicenseSalary Range: $27.00 - $28.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DaysJob Category: KentuckyLPN Knox County Jail, KY

Location: Knox County Jail, KY

Schedule: ¾ 12-Hour Day Shift Rotation | EVO Weekend

DailyPay Available – Work Today, Get Paid Today!

Your Skills. Your Impact. Your Day Shift.

Ready to leave the hospital hustle behind and bring your nursing skills somewhere they truly make a difference?

At Southern Health Partners (SHP), correctional nursing offers the opportunity to provide meaningful patient care in a secure, structured environment—with a supportive team beside you. If you’re an LPN looking for a rewarding change of pace, this could be the perfect fit.

QualificationsWhat You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, hands-on nursing care
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Assess patient needs and respond using sound clinical judgment
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Communicate effectively with providers and the healthcare team
• Work collaboratively with correctional staff to support patient care

Why Nurses Choose SHP

• Supportive Team Environment – You’re part of a team, not on an island
• No Hospital Rush – A more structured pace without the constant hospital chaos
• Meaningful Work – Make a difference for an underserved population
• Professional Growth – Monthly continuing education and tuition discounts
• DailyPay Option – Access your earned pay when you need it

Your Benefits Package Includes

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with Pre-Tax Options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• PTO + 8 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday Off
• Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit or DailyPay Access
• 401(k) Eligibility After 1 Year
• Monthly CE Hours & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonuses
• Professional Liability Insurance Covered by SHP

Why Correctional Nursing?

Think nursing outside the hospital is boring? Think again.

Correctional nursing combines clinical autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, teamwork, and stability in a setting where every shift gives you the opportunity to make an impact. You’ll use your nursing expertise while enjoying a structured environment designed to support quality care.

Join Southern Health Partners and discover a different kind of nursing.

Follow Life at SHP:

Instagram: @LifeAtSHP

Facebook: @SouthernHealthPartners

Twitter/X: @SHPJailMedical

Southern Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants are subject to drug screening and facility security clearance.