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Licensed Practical Nurse | GDCP | Day and Night shift | $31-$36 an hour

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Centurion Health

Jackson, Georgia

Posted Aug 12

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour3 shifts · 36 hours a week
Unit and setting
Correctional
License
LPN license Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license | Compact (MSL) or Georgia (SL) | Must be active and valid
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license | Compact (MSL) or Georgia (SL) | Must be active and valid Check your license
Certification
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or BLS | Must be active
Experience
2 years of experience in behavioral health, correctional, or ER
Also asks
Ability to obtain security clearance via the GADOC, this may include drug screen and criminal background check indmhm
Also asks
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What it pays

Shift differential
+$1/hr

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Paid time off
More benefits (5)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • 401k/Retirement

The role and schedule

Weekends
Weekends required

The workplace

Centurion Health logo
Centurion Health
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for holiday and call?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on Centurion Health’s careers page.

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  • Employer: Centurion Health
  • Location: GDCP | Jackson, GA
  • Position: Licensed Practical Nurse Full-time | Day or Night shift
  • Shift: 36 hours |
  • 12 hour shift

Weekend coverage: Rotating weekends

Compensation

$31.00-$36.00 an hour | Weekend shift diff: $1.00

Centurion Health is proud to be the provider of mental health and medical services for the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a Full-time| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our day shift team at GDCP | Jackson, GA. This role is ideal for nurses who prefer day hours, competitive pay, and a structured clinical environment, without the constant interruptions and stress of traditional hospital settings.

Why work as an LPN at GDCP

  • Day shift schedule
  • Clear policies and workflows
  • Dedicated security presence and clear patient accountability
  • No family or visitor interactions, reducing stress and distractions
  • Supportive nursing leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of Registered Nurses (RN) and medical and psychiatric staff, to respond to a range of physical and behavioral health needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, ethical, and evidence-based nursing care
  • Follow established safety, security, and infection control protocols
  • Monitor patient conditions and report change appropriately
  • Collaborate with medical, mental health, and custody teams
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Qualifications

2 years of experience in behavioral health, correctional, or ER Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license | Compact (MSL) or Georgia (SL) | Must be active and valid Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or BLS | Must be active Ability to obtain security clearance via the GADOC, this may include drug screen and criminal background check indmhm

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What's around it?

In Jackson, GA

Jackson, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent
$817/mo
Household income
$46,191/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Jackson, GA

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