Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nature of Work

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Correctional Health Services team. In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to individuals housed at the Pinellas County Jail while working alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, and fellow healthcare professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment. From administering medications and treatments to assisting with sick calls, responding to medical emergencies, and monitoring inmate health, your skills will play a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and well-being of those in our care.

The ideal candidate is a confident, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment, exercises sound clinical judgment, and delivers exceptional nursing care with professionalism, respect, and integrity. They are organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Whether responding to urgent medical needs, assisting with treatment plans, monitoring patient conditions, or providing patient education, they take pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining the highest professional standards.

This position offers a unique opportunity to expand your clinical skills while caring for a diverse patient population in a correctional healthcare setting. Every day presents new challenges, opportunities for professional growth, and the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact behind the scenes in support of public safety and community health.

If you are a dedicated nursing professional looking for a rewarding career where your expertise directly contributes to the health and safety of both patients and the community, we encourage you to apply. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, participation in the Florida Retirement System, paid leave, and opportunities for continued professional development.

Join the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Correctional Health Services team and make a difference every day by providing quality healthcare to those in our care while supporting the agency's mission of public safety and service.

$5,000.00 hiring bonus with three or more years' experience. $3,000.00 hiring bonus with less than 3 years' experience.

Tuition Loan Forgiveness Program up to $10,000.00 with proof of student loan. Receive $2,500.00 upon signing and $2,500.00 each year for up to 3 additional years.

Up to four years' experience pay:
1 year experience = $28.28 per hour
2 years' experience = $29.06 per hour
3 years' experience = $29.84 per hour
4 years' experience = $30.63 per hour


Schedule: Night Shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM


The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.

Job Description:


Under the general direction supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing, Clinical Supervisor, and/or Registered Nurse, within the license scope, this position evaluates inmates' healthcare needs, and provides necessary and appropriate nursing care while observing all security requirements. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.


Shift work required

SUPERVISES OTHERS: No

• Carries out designated nursing procedures, including administration of medications, assisting in the planning and formulation of nursing care plans; observes records and reports symptoms, reactions and changes in the conditions of all inmates; provides care based upon inmate need/condition
• Assists with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance; triage inmates for sick call; refer inmates to an RN or upper level provider; render care and treatment according to protocol
• Attends staff meetings; attends educational classes as required by the license as well as accreditation standards; assists with the orientation of new members
• Assists the MD/DO/PA/NP with sick call and minor surgical procedures when necessary; responsible for implementation of physician's orders as directed
• Utilizes problem oriented medical record (SOAP format) to document all inmate contacts; maintains confidentiality of all inmate healthcare interactions
• Maintains logs and prepares accurate statistics and other reports as directed; assists with the reordering and stocking of supplies; maintains a clean work area
• Responds to emergencies with all necessary equipment
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
• Graduation from an accredited LPN program
• Licensed as a LPN in the State of Florida
• Maintain appropriate, unrestricted credentials according to the licensure, certification, and registration requirements of the jurisdiction
• Satisfactory completion of 30 + hour IV Certification
• CPR - BLS or ACLS Certification
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license
• Consideration for this position requires a credit check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of organizational procedures, policies, practices, rules and regulations governing activities of the administrative functions and their interpretations
• Ability to work independently on complex and confidential tasks
• Ability to interact effectively and courteously with all, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members, other agencies, and the public
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Physical Abilities

The physical abilities listed below are requirements to perform the essential functions and responsibilities.

• Visual acuity of 20/30 vision standard in each eye; if corrective lenses must be used to satisfy 20/30 vision standard, uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/100 in each eye.
• Hearing acuity, single hearing levels should not exceed 25 decibels at either 500, 1000, or 2000 Hz nor exceed 30 decibels at 3000 Hz frequencies in each ear.
• Must be able to climb stairs for fire drills, Code 99, and other purposes
• Must have full range of motion to administer medical attention and perform CPR on the floor and in other confined areas
• Must be able to pass the annual skills assessment
• Sit up to 3 hours per day
• Stand up to 3 hours per day
• Walk up to 6 hours per day
• Continuously lift up to 10 lbs.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Continuously bend, squat, reach, kneel and twist