LPN Opportunity in a County Detention Setting
Hiring bonus: up to $300 — WSi Healthcare Personnel pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- WSi Healthcare Personnel
- Location
- Carrizozo, NM
- Job type
- Contract, pt, ft, prn
- Pay
- $35.00-$40.00/hour
- Profession
- LPN / LVN
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $37.50
- Weekly
- $1,500
- Yearly (full-time)
- $78,000
This job pays about $37.50/hour — 31% above the median for LPN / LVN jobs in New Mexico ($28.52/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
LPN / LVN jobs in New Mexico right now
- 95 open LPN / LVN jobs in New Mexico from 4 agencies.
- Pay in these listings: $12.89 – $66.30/hour, median $27.93/hour.
- Typical LPN / LVN pay in New Mexico: $28.52/hour ($59,322/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($41.50/hour across 31 jobs).
Job description
LPNs Needed in Carrizozo, NM | $35–$40/Hour
Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN Opportunities
Looking for a change or interested in picking up additional shifts? WSi Healthcare Personnel is hiring LPNs for a correctional healthcare opportunity in Carrizozo, New Mexico. We have day and night opportunities, with full-time, part-time, and PRN options to fit your schedule.
Pay is $35–$40/hour, depending on experience. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision benefits, and employees may elect to participate in WSi’s 401(k). Mileage reimbursement is available for qualifying travel of 50+ miles.
Available Shifts
Day shift: 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Night shift: 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.
Weekday and weekend opportunities available
About the Position
If you enjoy hands-on nursing and variety throughout your shift, this position may be a good fit. Responsibilities may include medication passes, intake screenings and health assessments, obtaining vital signs, responding to patient concerns and medical emergencies, and monitoring ongoing and chronic healthcare needs.
You’ll communicate patient needs and changes in condition to the appropriate medical provider, work with healthcare and facility staff, and maintain accurate documentation, including paper medication administration records (MARs).
New to Corrections?
You do not need correctional experience to apply. We’re looking for LPNs with a strong nursing foundation who communicate well, are comfortable working independently, and know when to bring a concern to the medical provider.
We’ll discuss the position and expectations during the interview and answer your questions about working in a correctional facility.
If you’re interested, apply today. We’d like to learn more about your experience and what you’re looking for in your next position.
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