Licensed Practical Nurse - FT
Core Civic·Columbia County, Florida
Core Civic·Columbia County, Florida
The Licensed Practical Nurse will apply nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents and attend sick calls with the physician. Responsibilities also include operating pill calls, dispensing medication, and maintaining the security and confidentiality of medical records.
$25.34 - $34.68 / year At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.
At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people.
CoreCivic is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.
The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.
Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures.
Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures.
Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.
CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be licensed in the state of employment. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Candidates must be graduates from an approved nursing school with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse and must be licensed in the state of employment. A valid driver's license is required, and candidates must be at least 18 years old.
Market context
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
