Redemption Correctional Healthcare Solutions PLLC specializes in providing healthcare in the correctional setting. We provide emergency, acute, and chronic care and collaborate with community healthcare providers to provide services that cannot be covered in-house. We are a diverse team of healthcare professionals that strive to provide the highest quality care to incarcerated persons since everyone deserves the best care possible.

Licensed Practical Nurse – Full-time Day SHift

Location: 245 S 10th St, Duncan, OK 73533

Schedule: Full-time | 12-hour shifts | Day shift

Pay: $24.76–$37.14/hour (DOE)

Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime per applicable law)

Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients in a correctional facility, ensuring health and safety through routine and emergency services. Core duties include intake assessments, medication administration, wound care, assisting with procedures, and collaborating with providers. Practice is within the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and facility policies and security protocols.

What You'll Do (Essential Functions):

• Complete intake questionnaires, obtain vital signs, and document in the EHR/medical record, MAR, and jail management system.
• Triage patient requests and ensure timely, appropriate care.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care within scope.
• Provide pre-op/post-op care (e.g., monitor IV infusions, administer antibiotics per orders, monitor drains/braces/casts/splints).
• Administer medications as ordered by a physician, NP, or PA; document and maintain medication, narcotics, and supply inventories.
• Perform blood glucose checks and administer insulin per orders.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., phlebotomy, urine dip, pregnancy tests, glucose).
• Deliver evidence-based wound care as ordered; document and arrange follow-up.
• Educate patients on health topics and chronic-disease self-management.
• Instruct on proper use of durable medical equipment.
• Collaborate with mental health clinicians, physicians, and other team members; report observations promptly to the provider.
• Coordinate records from external providers to support continuity of care.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Support care plans for patients with special needs.
• Maintain accurate counts/inventory of narcotics, sharps, stock medications, insulin supplies, emergency kits, and medical equipment.
• Safeguard medical records and PHI in accordance with HIPAA and facility (including CCSO) policies.
• Practice within the legal boundaries of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and facility clinical/administrative policies.

Qualifications:

Required

• Current Oklahoma LPN license in good standing.
• 1+ year of LPN experience (2+ preferred).
• Current CPR (or obtain upon hire).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance issued by the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office to work within secure jail areas. (No consumer credit check is performed.)

Preferred

• Experience in emergency departments, acute care, or correctional settings.
• IV-therapy experience/competency (or willingness to complete employer training/competency).
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills; calm and professional under pressure.

Work Environment & Physical Qualifications

Secure correctional healthcare environment with appropriate PPE and infection-control protocols. Role involves standing, walking, and transporting patients. Essential physical functions include moving/positioning patients and equipment and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs—with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation related to these physical requirements, contact [email protected].

Why Join Redemption?

• Ongoing training and professional development (including CE for licensure maintenance).
• Clinical autonomy within a supportive, team-based model.
• Flexible PRN scheduling.
• Unique practice setting to use the full LPN scope.
• Competitive pay.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

RCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age (40+), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process or to perform essential job functions may contact [email protected].

Important Notes

• Security Clearance (Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office): Employment is contingent on obtaining and maintaining security clearance from the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office to access secure areas of the jail. The Sheriff’s Office conducts the clearance process.
• Criminal History Use: RCHS evaluates criminal history information in a manner consistent with EEOC guidance (job-relatedness, nature of offense, time elapsed, and the position’s duties) and applicable law.
• Safety-Sensitive Role (Oklahoma): This position is designated safety-sensitive under Oklahoma law. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are prohibited from working under the influence of marijuana (including with a valid medical-marijuana license), and offers may include drug testing as permitted by law.
• Employment Status: Employment is at-will, consistent with applicable laws. Overtime is paid in accordance with federal and state law for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Transparency: No credit check is performed as part of the clearance process.