Registered Nurse Correctional

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the Correctional setting is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care to patients within a correctional facility. This role includes patient assessments, medication administration, treatment planning, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The nurse must have at least 2 years of recent acute care experience in Medical/Surgical nursing and correctional experience. Strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to float within the facility are essential.

• Active Registered Nurse license valid for the state of employment (no pending licenses accepted).
• Minimum of 2 years recent acute care experience in Medical/Surgical nursing.
• Correctional nursing experience is required.
• BLS certification.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record charting, specifically Cerner.
• Ability to float within the facility as mandated.

• Experience with correctional healthcare systems and protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills tailored to a correctional environment.

• Shift schedule consists of 3 twelve-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
• No block scheduling accommodations available.
• Mandatory float to other units or roles within the facility as needed.
• Weekend work required every other weekend (2 weekends per month).
• Return to Office (RTO) limited to 5 days maximum with no more than 2 consecutive days.
• No RTO allowed on holidays, weekends, or the day before or after a holiday.
• Correctional facility environment requires adherence to safety and security protocols.

• Work schedule is 3 twelve-hour shifts per week, from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
• Guaranteed 36 hours weekly.
• Weekend shifts every other weekend (approximately 2 weekends per month).