Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Correctional Nursing

Location: Rome, NY

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a correctional healthcare setting. The LPN will provide direct patient care within a secure facility, supporting inmate health through medication administration, routine clinical assessments, and emergency response services.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, composure in high-security environments, and the ability to follow strict correctional healthcare protocols.

Schedule

• Mid Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 5x8-hour shifts per week
• No block scheduling
• Contract duration: 26–52 weeks

Interview Requirement

• In-person interview required (Mon–Fri at 3:00 PM)
• No phone or virtual interviews permitted

Key Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications, including controlled substances
• Monitor inmate medication compliance and documentation
• Perform vital sign monitoring and physical health assessments
• Provide wound care and basic clinical treatments
• Respond to medical emergencies within the correctional facility
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with correctional health and security protocols
• Collaborate with registered nurses and healthcare team members

Required Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York State
• Experience in medical-surgical, ambulatory care, or behavioral health preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm in emergency and high-security environments
• Capability to work with diverse and high-acuity patient populations

For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com 

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.