What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at TK Health?
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Buchanan County Jail – St. Joseph, MO
Schedule: Full-Time 5p-5a NIGHTS - Rotating Weekends or 5a-5p DAYS - Rotating Weekends
Vaccines: Not required
New grads welcome!
Start your nursing career—or take it to the next level—where it truly makes a difference.
Join TK Health, a regional leader in correctional healthcare, providing essential care in jails and detention centers across 12 states. Our clinical teams work in safe, secure settings with inmate populations ranging from 25 to 2,000, using their full scope of training to deliver meaningful care every day.
About the Role:
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you'll provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to address the unique healthcare needs of the incarcerated population.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver individualized nursing care based on patient needs
Administer medications and treatments per protocol
Monitor and document patient conditions and progress
Work collaboratively with RNs, providers, and facility staff
Maintain accurate and timely medical records
Follow all safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies
Salary : $40