Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Corrections Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pay: $37.00 – $42.00 per hour (varies by assignment and experience) Location: Columbia, SC 29210 Schedule: 12-hour shifts, days and nights available; typical cadence 3 shifts per week with every‑other‑weekend rotation Start: Immediate openings (ongoing pipeline) Duration: 13+ weeks with extension opportunities Job Type: Contract (local assignments available) Pay Frequency: Weekly pay About the Role ShareSTAFF is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for ongoing corrections healthcare assignments at state correctional facilities in South Carolina. In this role, you assist with a range of paraprofessional nursing tasks for an incarcerated adult patient population in an institutional, inpatient care setting, working under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, or licensed provider. Daily scope includes medication administration, vital signs and treatments, patient observation, and emergency‑response support within a structured correctional healthcare environment. This is a local contract opportunity with 13‑week assignments and extension opportunities, and we maintain an ongoing pipeline of current and upcoming openings in the Columbia/Midlands area and statewide, including the Upstate, Pee Dee, and Lowcountry regions. Openings vary by location and are not all available at the same time. What We Offer Weekly pay – every week, on time Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees Tax‑free housing and meal stipends for travel assignments Travel reimbursement Referral bonuses – earn extra when you refer a fellow healthcare professional Dedicated recruiter support before, during, and after your assignment Extension opportunities and access to new assignments nationwide What You'll Do Administer medications as ordered and document all care accurately and legibly in patient medical records Measure and record vital signs, perform treatments, and complete nursing tasks within the LPN scope of practice Make accurate technical and physical observations of patients and report changes in condition to the supervising nurse or provider Collect and prepare lab specimens and assist with diagnostic and screening procedures Provide emergency‑response support to patients and staff under the direction of a registered nurse or provider Support chronic disease clinics, intake screenings, and medication pass workflows Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with relevant federal and state regulations Collaborate with correctional officers and clinical peers to maintain a safe, compliant care environment What You Bring - Required Active LPN license in South Carolina or a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, unencumbered Minimum 1 year of LPN experience Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) Completion of an approved practical nursing education program Ability to work 12‑hour shifts including nights and every‑other‑weekend rotation Must be able to complete pre‑placement requirements What You Bring - Preferred Prior correctional, psychiatric, emergency, or medical‑surgical nursing experience Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) certification Familiarity with electronic health records and standing‑order protocols Comfort working in a secure correctional environment with structured safety and security protocols Experience with medication pass workflows, chronic disease management, or inmate intake screenings About ShareSTAFF ShareSTAFF connects nursing and allied health professionals with travel and contract assignments at hospitals, state facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide. With more than a decade of experience and lasting relationships with healthcare facilities across the country, we specialize in matching skilled clinicians with assignments where they can make a real impact on patient care. Our healthcare division supports nurses and behavioral health professionals across psychiatric, medical‑surgical, critical care, corrections, and allied health specialties. How to Apply Ready to make a difference in correctional healthcare? Contact our recruiting team to discuss current and upcoming state corrections assignments across South Carolina. ShareSTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. ShareSTAFF participates in E‑Verify; employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr