LPN - Corrections

LPN: Corrections

We're living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn't you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse for a Corrections contract assignment.

Location: Columbia, South Carolina Setting: Corrections Pay Range: $1072-1339 weekly Schedule: Nights, 36-hours per week, every other weekend, holidays as needed Contract Length: 13 Weeks Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly

Requirements:

• 1 year of experience as a LPN
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse license
• Be willing to obtain South Carolina licensure

Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
• Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
• Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
• Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
• Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
• Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
• Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.

Responsibilities

As a healthcare professional in a Corrections facility, you'll play a critical role in serving a unique and often underserved patient population. Your care will directly impact patient safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. A few of the responsibilities include:

• Administer routine and emergency medical care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician, adhering to the scope of practice for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Monitor and document vital signs, medication administration, and patient responses—ensuring compliance with correctional healthcare protocols.
• Perform wound care, TB testing, and chronic care management for inmates in accordance with institutional guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment—providing care that truly matters.

American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.