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NaphCare, Inc., Clio, AL, United States


Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN or LVN) - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

Location: US-AL-Clio

ID: 2026-29313

Category: Nursing

Position Type: Full-Time

NaphCare is hiring LPNs and LVNs to join our team of medical professionals in Clio, Alabama, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Easterling Correctional Facility.

As a Correctional Nurse, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

New grads are encouraged to apply - we’ll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

Responsibilities
As an

LPN , you will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

Performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history

Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, and weight

Providing wound care, including cleaning and bandaging injured areas

Administering medication, including injections of medications and monitoring reaction to meds

Maintaining medical records, including entering information into our electronic health record, TechCare

Observing patient health and mental health status

Providing emergency first aid

Providing patient education and discharge/release planning

Qualifications
Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Actively state certified as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues

Must maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and adhere to a Code of Conduct and facility policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Benefits
NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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