Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company : wellpath
Location : Oriskany, NY, 13424
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of RN(s), the LPN provides direction and guidance in patient education and activities that align with their education and demonstrated competencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Under RN supervision, assesses patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
- Implements treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administering medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and performing diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
- Collaborates in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
- Assists in medical or minor surgical procedures, implements nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and documents nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
- Attends mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high-quality patient care.
Additional Details
Wellpath is hiring for an RN at Oneida County Correctional Facility in Oriskany, NY. This position is for a full-time variable shift position. The pay range is $30.10 - $33.44/hour based on years of experience.Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Experience
- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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Frequently asked questions
Oriskany's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Licensed Practical Nurses, especially in correctional health. The presence of facilities like Oneida County Correctional means LPNs with correctional nursing experience often find favorable opportunities, though competition rises with specialized skills like IV certification and clinic experience.
Beyond holding a current New York LPN license, correctional nursing roles often value CPR certification and IV therapy credentials. These certifications enhance an LPN's ability to respond to emergencies and perform advanced clinical tasks within correctional healthcare environments.
LPNs in correctional settings benefit from honing skills in patient assessment across physical and psychological domains, medication administration including IV therapy, and collaboration during controlled substance management. Compassionate communication and adherence to safety protocols are equally critical to effective care.
Licensed Practical Nurses in clinical or correctional environments often engage deeply in direct patient care under RN supervision, with responsibilities like treatment implementation and diagnostic tests. Unlike school nurses, LPNs in these settings may handle more acute interventions and substance control.
LPNs can pursue further education to become Registered Nurses or specialize in areas like correctional or wellness nursing. Organizations like Wellpath offer training and development programs that support growth, enabling LPNs to expand clinical skills and leadership opportunities.
Wellpath fosters a mission-driven culture prioritizing care for underserved populations, offering LPNs perks like daily pay, tuition assistance, and wellness initiatives. This people-first approach enhances professional fulfillment by balancing career growth with employee wellbeing.
Wellpath’s LPN roles emphasize serving vulnerable populations with compassion, backed by strong clinical resources and continuous education. The correctional setting adds unique challenges, requiring flexibility and adherence to strict protocols, setting these roles apart from typical nursing jobs.
Licensed Practical Nurses at Wellpath in Oriskany can anticipate hourly wages between $30.10 and $33.44, varying with experience. This competitive pay aligns with regional standards for correctional nursing, reflecting the specialized skills and responsibilities required.