About This Position
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Corrections
Pay: $47.56
Location: Lincoln, NE 68542
Schedule:
Specific hours per week to be confirmed at assignment match
Start: Immediate openings (ongoing pipeline)
Duration: 13+ weeks with extension opportunities
Job Type: Contract
Pay Frequency: Weekly pay
About the Role
ShareSTAFF is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for ongoing corrections healthcare assignments at a state correctional facility in Lincoln, NE. In this role, you deliver direct nursing care to an incarcerated adult patient population, working under the direction of the Department of Corrections (DOC) and Head Nurse. Daily scope includes sick-call screenings, medication administration, emergency response, chronic disease clinic support, and patient education within a structured correctional healthcare environment. This is a local contract opportunity with 13-week assignments, extension opportunities, and an ongoing pipeline of current and upcoming openings across the state.
What We Offer
Weekly pay - every week, on time
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
Tax-free housing and meal stipends for travel assignments
Travel reimbursement
Paid orientation and corrections training during onboarding at the Nebraska Corrections Training Academy
Referral bonuses - earn extra when you refer a fellow healthcare professional
Dedicated recruiter support before, during, and after your assignment
Extension opportunities and access to new assignments nationwide
What You'll Do
Administer medications as ordered and document all care accurately and legibly in medical records
Conduct sick-call health screenings using approved standing orders; refer to the physician when clinically indicated
Transcribe physician orders and complete consultation, transfer, and Order to Report (OTR) documentation
Provide emergency treatment to patients and staff; respond to medical emergencies on site
Collect and process lab specimens; perform approved point-of-care testing at clinic sites
Participate in chronic disease clinics and support intake, discharge, and release planning
Support employee health activities including TB screening, Hepatitis B vaccination, flu vaccination, and post-exposure assessment
Consult with patients, family members, and outside medical providers to obtain medical history and coordinate care
Coordinate specialty appointments, admissions, and community-provider referrals on behalf of patients
Collaborate with correctional officers and clinical peers to maintain a safe, compliant care environment
What You Bring - Required
Current active LPN license (Nebraska or compact multi-state)
Minimum 2 years of Licensed Practical Nurse experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current BLS certification
Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights and every-other-weekend rotation
Must be able to complete pre-placement requirements
What You Bring - Preferred
Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) certification
Prior experience in a correctional, institutional, or public health practice setting
Current CPR and ACLS certification (required within one year of hire)
Familiarity with electronic health records and standing-order protocols
Comfort working in a secure correctional environment with structured safety and security protocol
Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including individuals with behavioral health and substance use need
Experience with chronic disease management, medication pass workflows, or inmate intake screenings
About ShareSTAFF
ShareSTAFF connects nursing and allied health professionals with travel and contract assignments at hospitals, state facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide. With more than a decade of experience, we specialize in matching skilled clinicians with assignments where they can make a real impact on patient care. Our healthcare division supports physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and allied health professionals across acute care, skilled nursing, long-term care, behavioral health, corrections, and allied health specialties.
How to Apply
Ready to bring your primary care expertise to a Nebraska correctional setting where you can make a real difference Click "Apply Now" below or contact our recruiting team to discuss this opportunity.
ShareSTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. ShareSTAFF participates in E-Verify; employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. #hcco1
Pay: $47.56
Location: Lincoln, NE 68542
Schedule:
Specific hours per week to be confirmed at assignment match
Start: Immediate openings (ongoing pipeline)
Duration: 13+ weeks with extension opportunities
Job Type: Contract
Pay Frequency: Weekly pay
About the Role
ShareSTAFF is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for ongoing corrections healthcare assignments at a state correctional facility in Lincoln, NE. In this role, you deliver direct nursing care to an incarcerated adult patient population, working under the direction of the Department of Corrections (DOC) and Head Nurse. Daily scope includes sick-call screenings, medication administration, emergency response, chronic disease clinic support, and patient education within a structured correctional healthcare environment. This is a local contract opportunity with 13-week assignments, extension opportunities, and an ongoing pipeline of current and upcoming openings across the state.
What We Offer
Weekly pay - every week, on time
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
Tax-free housing and meal stipends for travel assignments
Travel reimbursement
Paid orientation and corrections training during onboarding at the Nebraska Corrections Training Academy
Referral bonuses - earn extra when you refer a fellow healthcare professional
Dedicated recruiter support before, during, and after your assignment
Extension opportunities and access to new assignments nationwide
What You'll Do
Administer medications as ordered and document all care accurately and legibly in medical records
Conduct sick-call health screenings using approved standing orders; refer to the physician when clinically indicated
Transcribe physician orders and complete consultation, transfer, and Order to Report (OTR) documentation
Provide emergency treatment to patients and staff; respond to medical emergencies on site
Collect and process lab specimens; perform approved point-of-care testing at clinic sites
Participate in chronic disease clinics and support intake, discharge, and release planning
Support employee health activities including TB screening, Hepatitis B vaccination, flu vaccination, and post-exposure assessment
Consult with patients, family members, and outside medical providers to obtain medical history and coordinate care
Coordinate specialty appointments, admissions, and community-provider referrals on behalf of patients
Collaborate with correctional officers and clinical peers to maintain a safe, compliant care environment
What You Bring - Required
Current active LPN license (Nebraska or compact multi-state)
Minimum 2 years of Licensed Practical Nurse experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current BLS certification
Ability to work 12-hour shifts including nights and every-other-weekend rotation
Must be able to complete pre-placement requirements
What You Bring - Preferred
Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) certification
Prior experience in a correctional, institutional, or public health practice setting
Current CPR and ACLS certification (required within one year of hire)
Familiarity with electronic health records and standing-order protocols
Comfort working in a secure correctional environment with structured safety and security protocol
Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including individuals with behavioral health and substance use need
Experience with chronic disease management, medication pass workflows, or inmate intake screenings
About ShareSTAFF
ShareSTAFF connects nursing and allied health professionals with travel and contract assignments at hospitals, state facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide. With more than a decade of experience, we specialize in matching skilled clinicians with assignments where they can make a real impact on patient care. Our healthcare division supports physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and allied health professionals across acute care, skilled nursing, long-term care, behavioral health, corrections, and allied health specialties.
How to Apply
Ready to bring your primary care expertise to a Nebraska correctional setting where you can make a real difference Click "Apply Now" below or contact our recruiting team to discuss this opportunity.
ShareSTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. ShareSTAFF participates in E-Verify; employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. #hcco1
