Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Full-Time | Cherokee County Jail

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Full-Time | Cherokee County Jail

Murphy, NC 28906

Overview

Salary Range $30.00 - $32.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level LPN Category North Carolina

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Full-Time Cherokee County Jail | North Carolina

Looking for a Nursing Career That Fits Your Life?

Not every nursing job has to mean exhausting schedules, constant staffing shortages, and feeling like you're running from one task to the next.

Southern Health Partners is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team at the Cherokee County Jail.

This position offers a rotating schedule, full benefits, and the opportunity to practice meaningful nursing in a structured environment where teamwork, professionalism, and patient care come first.

If you're looking for a career that provides stability, support, and a better balance between work and personal life, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do

As an LPN with Southern Health Partners, you'll play an important role in delivering quality healthcare services to an underserved patient population.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting patient assessments
• Administering medications and treatments
• Monitoring patient conditions and documenting care
• Responding to routine and urgent medical concerns
• Collaborating with providers and healthcare team members
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Helping create a safe and professional healthcare environment

Every shift offers opportunities to utilize your nursing skills, critical thinking, and clinical judgment.

Why Nurses Choose SHP

Many nurses join correctional healthcare expecting something different and discover a career they genuinely enjoy.

They stay because of:

• Consistent scheduling
• Supportive team environment
• Greater autonomy and clinical decision-making
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Meaningful patient interactions
• Reduced physical demands compared to many traditional bedside settings

At SHP, your contributions matter, your voice is heard, and your work has purpose.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina LPN license
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain
• Strong communication and assessment skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Previous correctional, long-term care, rehabilitation, emergency, or medical-surgical experience is helpful but not required
• New graduates encouraged to apply

Benefits Package

Southern Health Partners offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + Birthday Off
• 401(k) Eligibility After 1 Year
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Tuition Support Programs
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave