Behavioral Health RN — Correctional Care Benefits

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave 24 days firsty

Military leave

Retirement match 156% state-matched

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance policy $20,000

PSLF eligible

Job summary

State of Nebraska is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide behavioral health care to incarcerated individuals at Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln. You will perform assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and provide crisis intervention while maintaining safety and security.

The role requires Nebraska RN license or compact, 1-3 years psychiatric experience, and willingness to undergo background checks and pre-employment medical testing.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of psychiatric or behavioral health nursing experience.
• Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising others is preferred.
• Correctional or secure healthcare experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, provides nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions.
• Performs assessments, develops care plans, administers medications, and offers crisis intervention.
• Maintains safety and security within the facility.

Skills

Behavioral health nursing

Supervisory experience

Education

RN license Nebraska or compact

Job description

State of Nebraska is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide behavioral health care to incarcerated individuals at Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln. You will perform assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and provide crisis intervention while maintaining safety and security.

The role requires Nebraska RN license or compact, 1-3 years psychiatric experience, and willingness to undergo background checks and pre-employment medical testing.