CDOC Licensed Practical Nurse - Sterling

CDOC Licensed Practical Nurse - Sterling Salary $4,025.00 - $5,636.00 Monthly

Location: Sterling, CO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: CAA SCF LPN 01.2026 Department: Department of Corrections Opening Date: 01/23/2026 Closing Date: 2/5/2026 4:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address: Sterling, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information: Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973.

How to Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Benefits

Colorado Department of Corrections Mission

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more; Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.

Who May Apply

This position is open to Colorado state residents only. However, vacancies that are located within 30 miles of the state border are exempt from the residency requirement. Therefore, applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado for positions located in Sterling.

Location

This position is located in Sterling, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

Job Description

This position provides skilled nursing care for the incarcerated offender in either an outpatient clinic, infirmary, or specialized cell house setting for acute care, chronic support and emergency interventions. LPNs are responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Documents in an accurate and timely manner to provide comprehensive offender medical records;
• Provides standardized patient education within established nursing guidelines;
• Transcribes medical orders and reports at change of shifts;
• Preserves confidentiality;
• Provides physical care and treatments, administers medications, collaborates on treatment plans, employs infection control measures, provides referral to appropriate Clinical Services staff for new arrivals, crisis intervention, interviews and triages offenders, and performs instruction and orientation;
• Assists physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures;
• Ensures ordering and restocking of medications and supplies;
• May occasionally be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons;
• Delivering PO, IM, IV, SQ, SL medications to offenders in medication lines, infirmaries, specialized cell houses, and PRN;
• Observes and reports the physical and emotional condition of offenders including the effectiveness of medications and treatments during sick line emergencies;
• Promotes and is accountable for safety and security of the clinical environment through conscientious observations and sensitive item/contraband control including counting syringes, needles, narcotics, instruments, and key control;
• Operates a variety of clinical equipment dictated by the type of equipment available in the assigned work unit;
• Knowledgeable about all Life Safety policies and procedures applicable to the assigned work unit;
• Informs supervisor of any violations of security or safety through the report writing process;
• Attends training programs as assigned, including 2-day self-defense to ensure self protection skills;
• This position may be required to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicant must possess a current, valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

Work Experience

Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date.

Required Competencies

Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction; Ability to effectively treat offender patients on a daily basis in a variety of settings; Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards; Ability to respond to emergency situations involving offenders and/or medical situations; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind; Excellent discernment and decision making skills; Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details; Ability to work a variety of shifts on a full time basis;

Preferred Qualifications

Intravenous Certification; Long term and acute care experience; Experience as an LPN in a correctional environment;

Certification and Confidentiality Statement

I certify that:

• I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions, and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the preparation, writing, or editing of my responses and the information contained herein is in my own words and was prepared and completed solely by me and only me.
• All the information I have provided herein is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and is made in good faith.
• I have not communicated the confidential information of this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions in any way to other candidates or potential candidates.
• I understand that if the confidential information in this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions and/or my responses, are found to have been falsified, plagiarized, or shared in any way, I may be disqualified or removed from the position if appointed.
• I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement.

Assessment Process

Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Important Information

If you have any questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973.

SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Conditions of Employment

All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidates ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOCs consideration of application for employment.

APPEAL RIGHTS

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the departments action.

Certification and Confidentiality Statement

I certify that:

• I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplement