Licensed Practical Nurse (Travel) - DAY SHIFT
Company: STI
Location: Nashville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (Travel) - DAY SHIFT
Location: Nashville, TN/On-Site Duration: 3 Months DAY SHIFT The
LPN filling this position is expected to maintain a professional
and positive attitude. This person should be able to diffuse
situations and report information appropriately. This LPN will work
in a corrections facility, so correctional or similar experience
preferred. Correctional nursing is a growing specialty that’s
evolving to meet the needs of incarcerated populations in a variety
of settings. People who are incarcerated need compassionate nurses
to address medical and mental healthcare needs and serve as
advocates. Nursing is built on the foundation of caring for each
patient as a whole, and correctional nursing provides a unique
opportunity to provide that care to a vulnerable population. Must
have a registered Licensed Practical Nurse license with a minimum
of 1 year experience. Supervision aspects include: Communicates
with outside departments, including answering questions and
providing teaching as needed. Attends scheduled departmental
meetings to keep the Healthcare department involved and aware of
issues with the other departments, Provides and supervises
orientation to new Healthcare department employees and new teaching
to current Healthcare department employees. Prepares staff nurse
schedule and communicates to vendors. Helps to resolve scheduling
conflicts and manage staff needs. Solely responsible to take after
hours call ins and find nursing staff to maintain Healthcare
coverage as required by the facility. Frequently comes into work or
stays late to cover the vacancies. Works very closely with
physicians. Preparing Healthcare records for physicians clinic
visits. Making sure physician’s orders are transcribed and followed
through upon to ensure the Healthcare needs of the adolescents are
taken care of. Healthcare Supplies: Checks and maintains supplies
needed for the Healthcare department. Compliance: Maintains records
and other documentation to ensure that Healthcare clinic remains in
compliance at all times.
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