LPN III, II, I

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 33,434 - 39,729; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state paid benefit allowance

Flexible spending accounts

11 paid holidays

Training opportunities for CEUs

Retirement savings plan with match

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses III, II, and I for the Oklahoma Forensic Center. This full-time role involves providing direct patient care and monitoring health status for individuals in a secure inpatient setting. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team committed to promoting healthy communities.

We offer competitive hourly pay rates and a generous benefits package, including health insurance plans, paid leave, and a retirement savings plan. If you are an experienced LPN with a valid Oklahoma license, we'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Oklahoma LPN license.
• 2+ years of experience for Level III, 1+ years for Level II.
• Ability to pass an OSBI background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for consumers in behavioral health treatment.
• Participate in evaluations and monitor health status.
• Administer medications as ordered and report updates.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Education

Valid permanent Oklahoma license as licensed practical nurse

Job description

Agency

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Job Posting Title

LPN III, II, I

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

III - $28.84/hr, II - $26.44/hr, I - $24.27/hr

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse III, II, I

Join a team that CARES! Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well‑being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously – because we care!

About us

The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24‑hour/365‑day secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma. Currently, OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity.

About The Position

The Nursing department is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses who will provide direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse or licensed physician. Responsibilities include:

• Participating in the evaluation of responses to interventions
• Taking temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure
• Assessing, reporting, and recording health status of consumers
• Developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care
• Administering medications as ordered
• Reporting appropriate consumer information to supervisor or appropriate health team member
• Serving as a charge nurse on the unit

Shift differential when applicable. Primary working hours are 6:30am‑7:00pm and 6:30pm‑7:00am.

Job Type/Salary

Open/Close dates: 7/2/2026 – until filled. Full‑time. Hourly pay rate: LPN III $28.84/hr; LPN II $26.44/hr; LPN I $24.27/hr. FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt. Primary work location: Oklahoma Forensic Center/Nursing Department. Vacancies: multiple.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Level III: Valid permanent Oklahoma license as licensed practical nurse plus two years of practical nursing experience; or licensed practical nurse license recognized by Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) plus two years of practical nursing experience.

Level II: Valid permanent Oklahoma license as licensed practical nurse plus one year of practical nursing experience; or licensed practical nurse license recognized by eNLC plus one year of practical nursing experience.

Level I: Valid permanent Oklahoma license as licensed practical nurse or licensed practical nurse license recognized by eNLC.

Special Requirements

• Must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
• Must be willing and able to fulfill any job‑related travel normally associated with this position and have a valid driver’s license.
• Upon a conditional offer, must submit to a physical examination and meet physical requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 25 pounds.

Great Reasons To Work With Us

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• Wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care.
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
• Retirement savings plan with a generous match.
• Longevity bonus for years of service.
• Student loan repayment options.
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements.
• Drug and alcohol pre‑employment and pre‑placement testing required for safety‑sensitive positions. Appointment to a safety‑sensitive position contingent upon a negative drug test.

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.