Corrections Nurse (LPN)

Salary: $28.72 - $37.87 Hourly
Location : Salem, OR
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: 182-2026-1
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Institutions
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 05


Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #182-2026-1, you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.

The Marion County Sheriff's Office is seeking a full-time LPN to join our team. By providing health screening and services ranging from basic first aid to more serious management of medical conditions and needs, our team works collaboratively to meet the medical needs of those in our care. We believe every employee at the Sheriff's Office plays a critical role in public safety and service to the community. Throughout 2022, our Institutions Division provided services and supervision to more than 7,000 adults in custody. The ideal candidate will have great communication skills and be willing to work in a team environment. We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

WAGES
$28.72 - $37.87 Hourly
*Hourly rate negotiable

Shift/Weekend Differential:

• Additional $3.92 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 pm and 11:59 pm
• Additional $3.85 per hour for hours worked between 12:00 am and 5:59 am
• Additional $1.65 per hour for hours worked between Saturday at 12:01 am to Sunday at 11:59 pm

Corrections Nurse Incentive:
Employees working in the classification of corrections nurse for the Marion County Sheriff's Office are eligible for 2.5% incentive pay upon successful completion of county trial service, and an additional 3% commencing with the fourth year of service in the classification for a total of 5.5%.

This position is represented by the Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA). In addition to the salary range listed above, LPN's with the Sheriff's Office receive a generous benefit package including:

• Retirement Medical Trust with employer contributions
• Medical and dental insurance with generous employer contribution (Marion County pays 95%)
• PERS & OPSRP Retirement (Marion County pays employee's 6% contribution)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 1 paid commissioners holiday per year
• 2 paid personal days per year

• Employer provided Group Term Life Insurance
• Employer provided Long-Term Disability Plan
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Serves as a professional nurse in the county corrections facility; performs a variety of nursing duties in a correctional setting, exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program; performs physical examinations of adults in custody and treats or refers them appropriately; dispenses or provides for dispensing of medications under the direction of a registered nurse.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

• Performs accurate and thorough chart documentation. SOAP nursing notes are clear, concise and thorough.
• Performs accurate and thorough nursing assessment. Professional nurses will be competent and knowledgeable in assessment of physical, mental and emotional status of adults in custody.
• Demonstrates accurate and thorough skills and knowledge of nursing procedures. Professional nurses will be skilled and knowledgeable in technical procedures.
• Performs consistent and professional medical department operations.
• Adheres to the security principles and procedures of the facility.
• Maintains pharmacy upkeep and medication dispensing.
• Maintains facility and county standards of operation at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
2. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment.
• Ability to complete training on the security and supervision of inmates within six months after initial hire.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at:
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Works in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with rotating shift schedules and workstations. This includes working day and swing shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of nursing skills and practices; public health laws and regulations.
• Good knowledge of criminal and civil liability associated with the practice of medicine in a correctional facility; procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies used in the provision of medical care services.
• Ability to function independently with minimum supervision; act in a professional manner within a secured environment; work flexible hours/shifts; respond to stress and medical emergencies with haste and sound judgment; maintain medical records; write clear and concise reports; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; operate a computer; operate medical equipment; work harmoniously with professional leaders in the corrections and health disciplines, with other employees, and the inmate population.

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PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at


Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail if you wish to request an accommodation.
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.


Regular positions in this classification are represented by the Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the MCLEA benefits package, , and select MCLEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA) from the page links. Temporary employees are not represented by the union.


At this time, Marion County pays 6% of the PERS retirement contribution for all MCLEA members.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.
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To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. Do you understand this statement?

• Yes
• No

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Have you graduated from an accredited school of nursing?

• Yes
• No

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Are you licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Oregon?

• Yes
• No, but I can be licensed by the time of appointment.
• No

Required Question