LPN Corrections - Estancia, NM

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - Corrections - Estancia, NM
Location: Estancia, New Mexico
Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts (3x per week)
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possibility to extend)
Guaranteed Hours: 36/week
Weekly Gross: $1,442

Job Overview:
We are seeking a licensed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time contract assignment in a correctional facility in Estancia, NM. The LPN will assist with the provision of medical services to inmates/residents, including medication administration, sick call support, and clinical documentation. Candidates must be comfortable working in secure settings and must meet facility clearance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Administer medications and operate pill call
• Assist physicians during exams, treatments, and sick call
• Perform clinical procedures within LPN licensure scope
• Maintain inventory and control of medications and medical supplies
• Document care activities and patient behavior per facility protocols
• Support emergency medical procedures and interventions as needed
• Monitor for and report catastrophic health concerns
• Assist with audits, reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Escort patients within the facility for medical care
• Support NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation efforts
• Maintain confidentiality of records and ensure safety standards are met
  

Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program
• Active, unrestricted LPN license in NM
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with valid Social Security card for clearance
• Must reside 70+ miles away from the facility
• Must be available to start within 2 weeks
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid drivers license required
• Must have open availability, including weekends and holidays
• No RTO (Requested Time Off) allowed during assignment
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience in correctional or institutional healthcare settings
• Familiarity with pharmacy compliance, emergency procedures, and patient triage
• Strong communication and crisis de-escalation skills
• Active AHA BLS certification