Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse

Quality Patient Centered Services LLC (QPCS) is seeking an experienced Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential nursing care at SCI Somerset.

This opportunity is ideal for a confident LPN who can work independently, respond effectively to changing clinical needs, and provide safe, respectful care in a secure correctional environment.

Position Details

Position: Correctional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: SCI Somerset, 1590 Walters Mill Road, Somerset, PA 15510
Department: Pennsylvania Department of Corrections
Position Level: Expert
Shift: Second shift, 2:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Compensation Options

Tier 1 - Benefits-Eligible W-2: $37 per hour
Tier 2 - Non-Benefits-Eligible W-2: $41 per hour
1099 Independent Contractor: $44 per hour
Important 1099 Notice: Independent contractors are self-employed and are not eligible for employee benefits, paid time off, unemployment insurance, workers’ compensation coverage, or employer-paid payroll taxes. Independent contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and other applicable obligations.

Expert Level Opportunity

The successful Correctional LPN is recognized as an experienced nursing professional who can complete assigned responsibilities independently, respond to clinical concerns, and provide guidance within the practical nursing scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

Provide practical nursing care and treatment to inmates under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
Administer and document prescribed medications, treatments, and nursing procedures.
Monitor patients and promptly report changes in physical condition, emotional status, or behavior.
Measure and document vital signs, collect specimens, maintain progress notes, and update electronic medical records.
Implement established nursing care plans and coordinate with the correctional healthcare team.
Follow security procedures, infection-control requirements, and professional nursing standards.
Core Clinical Competencies

The LPN should be proficient in:

Medication administration, dose calculations, vital signs, and nursing documentation.
Oxygen administration, airway support, suctioning, nebulizer treatments, and emergency response.
IV therapy, injections, catheter care, specimen collection, and infection-control procedures.
Enteral feeding, ostomy care, neurological checks, glucose monitoring, and safe patient transfers.
Minimum Qualifications

Current Pennsylvania Practical Nurse license.
Ability to enter and maintain patient information in an electronic medical records system.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Ability to complete required background checks, security procedures, orientation, and facility training.