Licensed Practical Nurse

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office will be considering applicants for the following employment opportunity: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) seeks qualified LPNs to work in a correctional setting on two shifts (3:00PM – 11:00PM and 11:00PM – 7:00AM). The MSO provides 24‑hour care to inmates and detainees at Middlesex Jail & House of Correction in Billerica, MA. Applicants must be able to work on all three shifts (7:00AM‑3:00PM; 3:00PM‑11:00PM; and 11:00PM‑7:00AM) when necessary, and on weekends and holidays. The position is under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator (HSA) or designee in the MSO Health Services Unit (HSU) and is classified within a collective bargaining agreement. Additional Responsibilities: Assisting physicians with all in‑house clinical duties; performing emergency services as necessary; dispensing medication as directed; accounting for medication, supplies and equipment located in the work area; making appropriate entries into the infirmary log; conferring with other shifts regarding patients and infirmary activities; providing nursing services to clients through all phases of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program; monitoring opioid withdrawal symptoms utilizing the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) and the Subjective Opiate Withdrawal Scales (SOWS). Performing Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol Scale (CIWAS) as needed; providing individual and group health counseling to clients and families; closely coordinating with local pharmacies regarding MAT client medications; maintaining records and overseeing program‑specific treatment plans for each client; handling other work duties as assigned by the Health Services Administrator or designee. Exercising good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job; respecting the confidential and sensitive nature of working in a law‑enforcement agency; complying with all institutional rules regarding safety and security. Working Conditions: Based in a correctional facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; must be able to work on all shifts (7:00AM‑3:00PM; 3:00PM‑11:00PM; 11:00PM‑7:00AM), weekends, nights, holidays, and may be required to work overtime over 8 hours depending on operational needs within the MSO HSU. Must interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress; stand and walk for prolonged periods; lift and carry heavy objects; restrain inmates/detainees in accordance with policy; work under adverse weather conditions. Qualifications: Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred); current LPN license issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; minimum of three (3) years of LPN experience preferred; prior experience in a correctional or similar setting also preferred; willingness to participate in professional development activities. Strong written communication, organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills; ability to complete multiple projects timely and accurately while maintaining comprehensive records. Compliance with federal law: verification of identity and employment eligibility; active, valid driver’s license and right to legally operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts; successful criminal background check. Salary and Incentives: Starting annual salary from $79,680.05 to $82,800.05 plus additional incentives, bonuses and employment benefits. $1,500 sign‑on bonus. Equal Employment Opportunity: The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office is an equal‑opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Middlesex Sheriff’s Office