LPN – Night Shift in Correctional Healthcare

Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Deming (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Dedicated recruiter

CEUs and employee discounts

Travel stipends

Job summary

Health Advocates Network, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Deming, NM. Local pay is $51.00/hour with travel pay of $25.10/hour. The role offers a correctional healthcare setting, flexible local contract or per diem options, and a chance to deliver high-quality patient care.

The LPN will supervise under a RN or physician, administer medications, monitor vitals, document in EMR, and support admissions and discharges while maintaining safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Active LPN license in applicable state or reciprocity.
• 1+ years’ full-time LPN experience in a correctional setting.
• BLS through American Heart Association or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English for staff and patient communication.
• Experience in ER, Psychiatric, MS or Clinic settings.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Direct patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Wound care

EMR documentation

Patient education

Assessments

Admissions/discharges/transfers

Education

LPN license (active)

Nursing degree

BLS certification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Health Advocates Network, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Deming, NM. Local pay is $51.00/hour with travel pay of $25.10/hour. The role offers a correctional healthcare setting, flexible local contract or per diem options, and a chance to deliver high-quality patient care.

The LPN will supervise under a RN or physician, administer medications, monitor vitals, document in EMR, and support admissions and discharges while maintaining safety and infection control standards.