Licensed Practical Nurse

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurse positions in locations throughout the state. Current vacancies are listed below.

Current vacancies :

Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI

Green Bay Correctional Institution in Green Bay, WI

Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Fond du Lac, WI

Waupun Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI

Columbia Correctional Institution in Portage, WI

Oakhill Correctional Institution in Oregon, WI

Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility in Milwaukee, WI

Fox Lake Correctional Institution in Fox Lake, WI

Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center in Union Grove, WI

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing assigned health care services to Persons in Our Care. The individual in this position functions as a nursing team member in both infirmary and ambulatory settings. The LPN performs nursing procedures in situations, which require skilled technical care but do not require the direct supervision of the registered nurse.

In highly complex situations, the LPN works under specific direction of the registered nurse. The LPN is responsible for performing duties assigned by the registered nurse including assisting the RN to care for acutely ill patients, assisting in assessment of residents' health needs, making observations, reporting to the RN, and performing related documentation and record management activities.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule / range 06-05 with pay starting at $29.42 / hour - $36.72 / hour , depending on full years of licensure as an LPN .

0 Years $29.42 / hour

3 Years $30.20 / hour

5 Years $31.83 / hour

7 Years $33.46 / hour

9 Years $35.09 / hour

11+ Years $36.72 / hour

Weekend Licensed Practical Nurses will receive a weekend add-on of $5.00 per hour for all hours worked during qualifying periods to be determined by the employing units . Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring :

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan .
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
• To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .

Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook .

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Shifts :

(0.75 FTE) Dodge Correctional Institution- W eekends

(0.5 FTE) Green Bay Correctional Institution- Determined upon hire

(1.0 FTE, 0.6 FTE, 0.9 FTE) Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Fond du Lac, WI - Determined upon hire

(1.0 FTE) New Lisbon Correctional Institution- Determined upon hire

(1.0 FTE) Waupun Correctional Institution- Determined upon hire

(1.0 FTE) Oakhill Correctional Institution- Determined upon hire

(0.6 FTE) Columbia Correctional Institution- Three 8hr shifts per week

(1.0 FTE) Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility- Determined upon hire

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :

Qualified candidates must possess current Wisconsin licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse .

How To Apply

The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s) / credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.

You will be asked to upload a resume or complete the work history. This is step is required by law, but the resume submitted will not be assessed as part of the screening process. Applicants that interview will provide the resume for review at that time.

To apply : Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

You will be asked about your license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your license number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. This is the License # that ends in "-31". If your license is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your license number.

If your Wisconsin license is pending (and you are not currently licensed in another state), wait until it appears on the DSPS site to apply. You must have a current license to be considered .

Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) employees : If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete this application process in order to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist-Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Please select all locations you are willing to consider when submitting your application. If you are found eligible and your situation later changes, contact the HR staff above to request an update to your potential work locations.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date : Wednesday March 11, 2026 . At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every other week, usually on Thursdays . After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. In the application process, please check only the locations for which you are truly interested.