In PersonOn-site at Anoka County Jail; minimum four shifts monthly, including one weekend.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care
About the job
Requirements
Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
Must successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.
Must pass applicable pre-employment criminal/driving background checks, drug screening, DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks when required.
Must comply with Sheriff's Office tattoo policy; tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited, with case-by-case exceptions.
Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity, including bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling or carrying medical equipment; regular lifting of 0–25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Requires close and distance vision, color and brightness perception, ability to adjust focus, and hearing abilities for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
May require working in contact with uncooperative, angry, or hostile clients and exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards.
Responsibilities
Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet inmates’ psychological, physical, and mental health needs.
Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed.
Prepare written records and reports and update charts with information about treatments and procedures administered and observations regarding inmates’ conditions.
Implement nursing care and medical orders safely and responsibly.
Maintain medical records related to health and medical screening and treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
Consult with the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans.
Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards.
Work a minimum of four shifts per month, including one weekend shift; shifts may be 8 or 12 hours, across the facility’s 24/7 schedule.
Desired Qualifications
Previous job-related experience in correctional health or a similar field.
Job Posting End Date: October 29, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $64,480.00 to $90,230.40 annually ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour). The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance!
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 10/29/2026 in order to be considered.
Position Description
The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) invites you to consider joining our team as a Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health where you’ll become part of a dedicated, tight knit nursing team committed to delivering exceptional care in a complex correctional setting. This role is fast paced and offers the opportunity to provide meaningful care every day. You’ll use your clinical judgment and steady presence to make a real difference.
The Anoka County Jail nursing team is known for its professionalism, teamwork, and compassion — and you’ll be an essential contributor to that mission. As the LPN you will provide clinical care across intake, sick call, chronic care, and emergency situations. Your responsibilities include managing medications, coordinating external healthcare services, maintaining accurate medical records, and carrying out medical orders. Consider joining our team where you’ll be supported by dedicated colleagues, valued for your expertise, and trusted to make a meaningful impact every day. If you’re looking for purposeful work in a collaborative, mission driven environment, we’d be excited to welcome you.
This Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse role gives you the flexibility to choose when you work—only four shifts per month, including one weekend—while still making a meaningful impact. In this position, you’ll deliver essential care, support critical health needs, and help keep the facility running safely and smoothly through skilled assessments, medication management, accurate documentation, and clear communication.
This is a temporary, part time, non-exempt, on-site position.
Pay & Benefits
Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32: $64,480.00 to $90,230.40 annually ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour).
Advancement/professional development opportunities.
Work Location
This position will work at the Anoka County Jail, located at 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.
Expected work hours: The Jail is staffed 24/7, we are looking to fill all shifts with a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts.
Minimum of 4 shifts per month, including 1 weekend per month.
Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Licensed Practical Nurse, Correctional Health.
Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
Order, administer, and/or distribute prescribed medications as directed.
Prepare written records and reports and update charts containing information on treatments and procedures administered and observations regarding their condition.
Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner.
Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
Consult with the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans.
Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills.
Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
Previous job-related experience in Correctional Health, or similar field.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, offender'/clients' homes, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment.
Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment.
Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling/carrying medical equipment.
Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to medical equipment.
Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).
Selection Process
It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process