Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Overview

LTS is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and support a program with ICE Detention Center – Contract Healthcare Provider.

Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to ICE detainees in a secure detention environment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), or physician. The LPN performs nursing duties consistent with state licensure, ICE Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS), facility policies, and contractual obligations.

Clinical Care

• Provide direct nursing care to detainees within scope of licensure and under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Carry out physician, NP, PA, and RN orders accurately and promptly.
• Administer medications, including oral, injectable, and controlled substances, in accordance with licensure and pharmacy regulations.
• Obtain and record vital signs, conduct focused assessments, and collect medical histories.
• Assist with and perform approved nursing procedures and treatments.
• Monitor detainees with chronic or acute medical conditions and report changes to supervising clinicians.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide basic life-support care consistent with training.
• Document nursing care, medication administration, and treatments accurately and timely in detainee medical records.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of detainee health information in compliance with HIPAA, ICE standards, and facility policies.
• Communicate effectively with supervising clinicians, healthcare team members, custody staff, and detainees.
• Comply with ICE PBNDS, nursing standards, facility policies, and contractual requirements.
• Follow infection control, medication management, and safety protocols.
• Report incidents, safety hazards, and unusual occurrences according to facility procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of medical equipment and treatment areas.
• Work in a secure detention environment and comply with all facility security procedures.
• Recognize that verbal abuse or resistance may occur and respond calmly and professionally.
• Assist with prevention and de-escalation of potentially disruptive situations.
• Remain alert and respond effectively in emergency and high-stress situations.

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of LPN experience; correctional, detention, emergency, or acute care experience strongly preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be up to date with immunizations.
• Ability to pass required background investigation, credentialing, and security clearance for ICE detention facilities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.

• Work is performed in a secure ICE detention facility.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and potentially volatile situations.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting, and rapid response to emergencies.

Compensation

LTS shares salary ranges to promote transparency. Compensation ranges are provided for informational purposes, and final compensation may vary based on experience, skills, location, and role requirements.