JOB DETAILS

Licensed Practical Nurse

CompanyPrimeCare Medical, Inc.
LocationPottsville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 26, 2026
About The Company
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is the premier provider of contracted Health Care Services in the correctional setting. Since 1985, PrimeCare Medical, Inc. has managed county jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers throughout the Northeastern United States. We offer a customized health care program that includes medical, mental health, dental, pharmacy, laboratory, nursing services, risk management, etc. Our proven track record of cost effectiveness along with a Corporate staff that has 200+ years of correctional experience makes PrimeCare Medical, Inc. a true leader.
About the Role

Description

*We are now offering a $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS for full time*


Primecare Medical Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in the medical department at the Schuylkill County Prison located in Pottsville, PA.


Full Time LPN to work 2-8 hour and 2-12 hour shifts (day/Eve) Every other weekend and every other holiday required.

Part time dayshift LPN MAT - every other weekend and every other holiday required.

PRN all shifts available



Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care. Other responsibilities include:

  • Maintaining security of all medical records
  • Ensuring strict compliance to all applicable pharmacy regulations
  • Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws
  • Conducting sick call for inmate/patients and provide treatment for selected minor illnesses and injuries
  • Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions and progress of patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of nursing care
  • Record, retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record
  • Accompanies and assists PCM physicians during facility rounds

Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.


Additional Compensation: In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Sign on Bonus and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state in which the facility is located.
  • Clinical decision-making ability.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency.
  • Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship.
Key Skills
Licensed Practical NurseClinical Decision-MakingEffective CommunicationIndependenceClinical CompetencyPatient TrustNursing CareMedical Record MaintenancePharmacy Regulations ComplianceSick Call ManagementSymptom ObservationDocumentationAssisting PhysiciansControlled Substances ManagementNarcotics ManagementSharps Management
Categories
HealthcareGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceDisabilityPTOFloating Holidays401kTuition Reimbursement
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide comprehensive nursing care and maintain security of all medical records. Responsibilities also include conducting sick calls for inmates and assisting physicians during facility rounds.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
707
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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