LPN / LVN - Correctional
Roanoke, VA
American Medical Staffing
3x12 hrs
$1,588/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration8 weeks
- SettingCorrectional
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings, and we’re looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Corrections contract assignment.
Job Title: LPN - Corrections
Location: Roanoke, VA
Setting: Corrections
Pay Range: $63.00 per hour (Negotiable, Weekly Pay)
Schedule: 12-Hour Night Shift (7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.)
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Candidate Type: Traveler friendly – travel reimbursement available
Requirements:
- 25 years of experience as an LPN
- 10 years of correctional setting experience
- Valid LPN license; willingness to obtain Virginia licensure
- At least 1 year of U.S. LPN patient care experience
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in high-risk environments
- Good standing with multiple active LPN licenses, including compact license
Why Choose American Medical Staffing?
- Flexible Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans that work for you.
- Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
- Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
- Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
- Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits.
- Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
- Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
- Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.
Responsibilities:
As a healthcare professional in a corrections facility, you will:
- Provide routine nursing care, medication administration, and emergency response to inmate patients.
- Conduct mental health screenings, monitor suicidal behaviors, and implement restraint procedures as needed.
- Collaborate with custody staff to ensure safety and security within the correctional environment.
Apply now to take the next step in your journey. American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.
Employer
American Medical Staffing
9 nurses recommend working with American Medical Staffing
American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!
· Benefits:
AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.
We offer a complete benefits package including Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.
From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.
We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee:
- Scrubin – Uniform Discounts
- Working Advantage – unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more
- Hotel Engine - Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program, including fitness, nutrition and financial wellness
- Betterhelp - 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
- Win Win Referral Bonus - $500 for you, and $500 for them!
About Roanoke, VA
As a travel nurse in Roanoke, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Roanoke is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows average around 25-30°F.
- Roanoke experiences all four seasons, with mild to moderate temperatures throughout the year.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with various options available for furnished housing to accommodate travel nurses.
- Roanoke is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and trolleys, but a car is generally recommended for convenience.
- Roanoke has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions, as well as respiratory ailments.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Roanoke offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, along with art galleries, museums, and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive network of trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to national forests for fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching.
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