Posted Aug 10, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 11, 2026
What the posting states
Differentials
Shift Differential, weekend Differential, Premium Holiday Pay, and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities. · (Please note that the pay range is not a sliding scale based on experience; it reflects the base pay as well as the differentials offered between shifts.)
Shift
Evenings
Weekends, holidays, call
Part-time Evenings Every Other Weekend (2 pm to 10:30 pm)
Hiring employer
PrimeCare Medical Inc
About this role
Show full description
Description: PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work in the medical department at the Charles County Detention Center located in La Plata, MD. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under the supervision of an RN.
Part-time Evenings Every Other Weekend (2 pm to 10:30 pm)
Job
Responsibilities:
The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update, and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include:
Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Conducting sick calls for inmates/patients and providing treatment for illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by the PCM Medical Director.
Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmates/patients and participating in the formulation of the plan of care.
Record, retrieve, and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record.
This position provides a 2-week orientation period where you will be training on the job and shadowing with the nursing staff.
Additional
Compensation:
In addition to the hourly pay rate, PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay
• Shift Differential, weekend Differential, Premium Holiday Pay, and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
(Please note that the pay range is not a sliding scale based on experience; it reflects the base pay as well as the differentials offered between shifts.)
Requirements:
The Licensed Practical Nurse is a fast-paced position and as such we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse must be licensed to practice nursing in the state in which the facility is located.
Other requirements for the Licensed Practical Nurse include:
Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of Maryland
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to function under supervision
Demonstrate clinical competency
Experience in correctional health care delivery system, a plus
Skills for this role
Patient assessmentElectronic medical records managementControlled substance managementSick callPatient observationDocumentationCare planningMedical record management
Requirements
LPN license in Maryland
Benefits
Paid holidays
On-the-job training
Referral program
About the employer
PrimeCare Medical, Inc.
Hiring organization
You would practice correctional healthcare for PrimeCare Medical at sites like Charles County Detention Center in La Plata and St. Mary's Detention Center in Leonardtown. The work is concrete: sick call, med pass, intake screenings, immunizations, ECGs, vitals, chronic care,…
What reviewers appreciate
+Hands-on detention medical work: sick call, meds, ECGs, intake, emergencies
+Two-week orientation with shadowing noted at St. Mary's Detention Center
+Tuition reimbursement advertised for full-time RN roles
What reviewers flag
−Glassdoor ~2.6/5 and Indeed ~2.8/5 overall from hundreds of reviews
−Nurses report high turnover, limited MD presence, and feeling replaceable
−Contract loss led to a WARN for 50 layoffs at York County Prison in 2025
La Plata is a quiet Southern Maryland town about an hour from Washington, D.C., offering a slower suburban pace with easy access to the Potomac River and Patuxent River shorelines. A solid choice for nurses who want small-town calm with city amenities within reach.
/-76.98,38.53,10/600x300@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYWxlYzIxMzQ1IiwiYSI6ImNtczI3dHhxMDFlNmYzM3E4aGNzcjRrNGUifQ.VCDYsdKqT1jUEHiby03oPA)
