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Autumn Lake Healthcare

Weekend Nurse LPN

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$35 - $42.50/hr

) Join our wonderful team as a Weekend Nurse LPN today! Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oakview is an exceptional team-oriented company hiring for Weekend Nurse LPN! We provide our staff with the resources ...

State of Oklahoma

LPN III, II, I

Vinita, OK · On-site

$28.84/hr

The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24 hour/365 day secure inpatient ... EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME. Reasonable accommodation to individuals ...

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How much do weekend forensic lpn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend forensic lpn in the United States is $29.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.76 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Forensic LPN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Forensic LPN, you need a valid LPN license, knowledge of forensic nursing principles, and experience with patient care in correctional or forensic settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and incident documentation tools is essential. Strong observation skills, emotional resilience, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing sensitive situations and interacting with diverse populations. These competencies ensure patient safety, accurate documentation, and effective collaboration in challenging forensic environments.

What are Weekend Forensic LPNs?

Weekend Forensic Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are healthcare professionals who work specifically on weekends in forensic or correctional settings. Their primary role is to provide medical care to patients within jails, prisons, or psychiatric facilities, often dealing with individuals involved in the legal system. They may assist with intake assessments, administer medications, manage acute or chronic illnesses, and document patient information. Forensic LPNs must also follow strict protocols regarding patient safety and security, and they often collaborate with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals.

What is the difference between Weekend Forensic Lpn vs Weekend Correctional Lpn?

AspectWeekend Forensic LpnWeekend Correctional Lpn
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Work EnvironmentForensic facilities, hospitals, or clinics dealing with legal casesCorrectional facilities, jails, or prisons
Employer & IndustryLaw enforcement agencies, forensic hospitals, legal settingsCorrectional institutions, detention centers
Common Search/ComparisonWeekend Forensic Lpn vs Weekend Correctional Lpn

Weekend Forensic Lpn and Weekend Correctional Lpn both require LPN credentials and involve working in secure, facility-based environments. The key difference lies in their work settings: forensic roles focus on legal and investigative cases, while correctional roles are centered around inmate care in prisons. Understanding these distinctions helps candidates choose the right path based on their interests and certifications.

What are some unique challenges faced by Weekend Forensic LPNs compared to traditional nursing roles?

Weekend Forensic LPNs often work in secure environments, such as correctional facilities or psychiatric hospitals, where they must balance providing quality patient care with ensuring safety and security. They may encounter patients involved in legal cases, requiring meticulous documentation and an understanding of legal protocols. Additionally, working weekends can mean fewer on-site resources and support staff, so adaptability and strong communication with multidisciplinary teams are essential. This role can be both rewarding and demanding, offering unique experiences not typically found in standard nursing positions.
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LPN III, II, I

LPN III, II, I

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Vinita, OK • On-site

$24.27 - $28.84/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Oklahoma Department Of Mental Health And Substance Abuse Services rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse III, II, I 

Join a team that CARES! 

Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.  Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.  We take that very seriously – because we care! 

About us:   

Come grow with us!  The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24 hour/365 day secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma.  Currently, OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found Incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity.   

About the Position: 

Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Nursing department is hiring for Licensed Practical Nurses that would provide direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting under the supervision or direction of a registered nurse or licensed physician. This may include participating in the evaluation of responses to interventions, taking temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, assessing, reporting and recording health status of consumers, developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care, administer medications as ordered, report appropriate consumer information to supervisor or appropriate health team member and serves as a charge nurse on the unit. 

Job Type/Salary:  

  • Open/Close dates: 3/12/2026-until filled 

  • Full-time 

  •  Hourly payrate: LPN III $28.84/hr; LPN II $26.44/hr; LPN I $24.27/hr 

  • Shift differential when applicable  

  • Primary Working Hours are: 6:30am-7:00pm and 6:30pm-7:00am 

  • FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 

  • Primary Work Location/Department: Oklahoma Forensic Center/Nursing Department 

  • Vacancies:  Multiple 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience: 

  • Level III:  

            Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of possession of a valid   

            permanent Oklahoma license as a licensed practical nurse as approved by the  

            Oklahoma Board of Nursing plus two years of practical nursing experience; or  

            Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure  

            Compact (eNLC) plus two years of practical nursing experience. 

  • Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a licensed practical nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing plus one year of practical nursing experience; or Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) plus one year of practical nursing experience. 

  • Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a licensed practical nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Licensed Practical Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). 

Special Requirements: 

  • Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check. 

  • Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license. 

  • Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds. 

Great Reasons to Work with Us: 

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.   Our benefits include: 

  • Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums 

  • A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations 

  • Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care 

  • Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs 

  • 11 paid holidays 

  • 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year 

  • Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match 

  • Longevity Bonus for years of service 

  • Student Loan repayment options 

  • Training opportunities for CEU requirements 

Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Pre-placement Testing: Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result. 

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME. 

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. 

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer  

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