LPN or RN Full Time Nights

Qualitycorrectional; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical insurance (PPO/HSA)

Dental

Vision

Short term disability

Long term disability

AD&D

Life insurance

Pet Insurance

401K with company match

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) seeks an experienced nurse for the LaPorte County Jail, with a 6 PM–6 AM shift, 3 days per week and alternating weekends. You will deliver comprehensive care, administer medications, and perform 14‑day physicals while coordinating with providers to ensure inmate health and safety.

Valid LPN or RN licensure and CPR certification are required. You must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds as part of daily duties in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid LPN or RN licensure.
• CPR certification required and current.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to inmates.
• Administer medications and manage chronic care as needed.
• Respond to sick calls and emergencies with appropriate medical involvement.
• Perform 14‑day physicals and coordinate with providers for care.
• Provide patient education and maintain pharmacology knowledge.

Skills

RN/LPN licensure

CPR certification

Education

LPN or RN licensure

Job description

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is a mission-driven organization that provides medical and mental healthcare and addiction recovery services to justice-involved patients. Our approach to patient care is uniquely compassionate and holistic emphasizing dignity, respect, and rehabilitation through effective healthcare. QCC changes the lives of our patients by raising the standard for correctional healthcare to promote sustainable wellness and successful reintegration following release from incarceration. We are looking for passionate and driven professionals who appreciate a commitment to an important mission.

WHY QCC? Mission and Culture:

• Deep commitment to our mission and prioritization of patient care
• Strong communication from the leadership team
• Advocacy and support from administration
• Team-member wellness initiatives to combat job-stress and burnout
• Transformative healthcare that makes a difference in communities where you live and work
• Cooperative and supportive team culture within the organization

We cannot achieve our mission without innovative expert healthcare professionals with the courage to care. Come join the QCC team and be part of our vision for the future!

Nursing Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients by providing the following:
• Administer medications
• Perform medical intakes and asses if patient is fit for incarceration, as needed
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with the medical provider when needed
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider
• Performing 14-day physicals
• Managing chronic care
• Providing patient education on health concerns
• Responding to medical emergencies
• Be capable of performing life saving measures and ability to take charge and give direction in an emergency
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including but not limited to drug reaction/overdose, formulary/non-formulary medications, and knowledge of medication costs
• Be able to provide insight and direction to Medically Trained Personnel, as needed.
• Comply with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations

Location:

LaPorte County Jail

Shift Opening(s):

6 PM to 6 AM, 3 days per week with every an other weekend rotation

Requirements:

• Valid LPN or RN licensure
• Valid CPR certification
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds

QCC’s Benefits:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)
• $1,200 annual company HSA contribution
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness
• Pet Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employer paid long term disability, AD&D, and a $50,000 life insurance policy
• 401K with a 4% company match