Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Nashville
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Join the VitalCore Team in Tennessee We’re people who are fueled
by passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an
industry leader in Correctional Health Care has an opening for a
Full-Time Day and Night Shift Licensed Practical Nurse at Davidson
County Downtown Detention Center in Nashville, TN Looking for a
rewarding career with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus,
and an excellent benefits package? At VitalCore we pride ourselves
on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who
are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and
experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a
positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation
of the hard work and dedication of our staff. LICENSED PRACTICAL
NURSE BENEFITS PACKAGE: - Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin
Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day -
Medical - Dental - Vision - Health Savings Account - Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account - Short Term/Long Term
Disability - Identity Theft Protection - Pet Insurance - Employee
Assistance Program and Discount Center - 401K & Plan Matching - PTO
- Annual Incentive Bonus LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE POSITION SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is
consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local
state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses.
The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as
delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in
their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of
patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or
other practitioner. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -
Utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each
individual patient. - Implements nursing care within the LPN’s
scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable
in the practice setting). - Assists in the development and
implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of
the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion,
maintenance, and restoration of health. - Cares for wounds with
appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging. - Administers
medications to offenders. - Provides for the care of multiple
patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered
Nurse. - Monitors vital signs and reports changes to appropriate
medical staff. - Documents actions in the MAR and medical records.
- Other nursing duties as assigned by facility. LICENSED PRACTICAL
NURSE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Graduate from a Licensed Practical
Nursing program. - Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the
state of employment. - Possesses an active CPR certification. -
Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations
governing practice. - Satisfactory completion of initial and annual
clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SCHEDULE - Full-Time - Day & Nights
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and
committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in
which all employees have an opportunity to participate and
contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their
skills, experience, and unique perspectives. Keywords: LPN,
Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Facility, Nurse. INDTN
Compensation details: 33-35 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: VitalCore Health Strategies, Bowling Green , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , Nashville, Kentucky
