Registered Nurse Correction

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job description:
Job Title: Registered Nurse Correctional
Job Type - 14 weeks
Pay range - $50/hr. - $52/hr.
Location - Philadelphia PA

Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) in a correctional facility provides direct and indirect patient care to incarcerated individuals. The RN is responsible for delivering safe effective and compassionate nursing care in a secure environment. This role requires strong clinical judgment adaptability and a commitment to upholding both healthcare standards and institutional safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for new intakes sick calls and chronic care.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with facility protocols.
Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide appropriate triage and care.
Collaborate with physicians mental health professionals and correctional staff.
Document all assessments interventions and outcomes accurately in medical records.
Monitor and manage chronic illnesses such as diabetes hypertension and asthma.
Provide patient education and discharge planning as appropriate.
Ensure compliance with infection control safety standards and correctional regulations.
Supervise LPNs medical assistants or unlicensed staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Active RN license in the state of PA
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (ACLS may be required by some facilities).
1 year of RN experience (correctional emergency med-surg or psych experience preferred).
Familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced high-stress environment with limited resources.
Strong communication critical thinking and de-escalation skills.
Must pass a background check and facility-specific clearance protocols.

Work Environment:

Settings: Jails state prisons federal correctional facilities or juvenile detention centers.
High-security environment; staff work closely with correctional officers.
May involve exposure to behavioral or mental health challenges.
Shifts often include nights weekends and holidays (typically 8 12 hours).
Requires adherence to strict security and confidentiality policies.

Note: For more information or to express interest in the position feel free to contact me using the details provided below.

Thanks
Vyan
M:

Job description: Job Title: Registered Nurse Correctional Job Type - 14 weeks Pay range - $50/hr. - $52/hr. Location - Philadelphia PA Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) in a correctional facility provides direct and indirect patient care to incarcerated individuals. The RN is responsib...

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for new intakes sick calls and chronic care.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with facility protocols.
Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide appropriate triage and care.
Collaborate with physicians mental health professionals and correctional staff.
Document all assessments interventions and outcomes accurately in medical records.
Monitor and manage chronic illnesses such as diabetes hypertension and asthma.
Provide patient education and discharge planning as appropriate.
Ensure compliance with infection control safety standards and correctional regulations.
Supervise LPNs medical assistants or unlicensed staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Active RN license in the state of PA
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (ACLS may be required by some facilities).
1 year of RN experience (correctional emergency med-surg or psych experience preferred).
Familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
Ability to work in a fast-paced high-stress environment with limited resources.
Strong communication critical thinking and de-escalation skills.
Must pass a background check and facility-specific clearance protocols.

Work Environment:

Settings: Jails state prisons federal correctional facilities or juvenile detention centers.
High-security environment; staff work closely with correctional officers.
May involve exposure to behavioral or mental health challenges.
Shifts often include nights weekends and holidays (typically 8 12 hours).
Requires adherence to strict security and confidentiality policies.

Note: For more information or to express interest in the position feel free to contact me using the details provided below.

Thanks
Vyan
M: