Behavioral Health RN - Corrections Center

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 104,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Military leave

Retirement benefits (156% state-macted

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health insurance (employer paid)

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance $20,000

PSLF eligible

Training opportunities

Job summary

State of Nebraska seeks a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health at the Reception and Treatment Center in Lincoln. The role involves providing nursing care to incarcerated individuals with mental health and substance use needs, conducting assessments, and delivering crisis intervention within a secure environment.

Responsibilities include care planning, medication administration, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Requires Nebraska RN license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Licensed registered nurse in good standing in Nebraska (or compact state).
• Experience leading or supervising others preferred.
• Background in psychiatric/behavioral health nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions.
• Perform assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and provide crisis intervention while ensuring safety and security.

Skills

Leadership experience

Behavioral health nursing

Correctional healthcare experience

Education

RN license (Nebraska)

Job description

State of Nebraska seeks a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health at the Reception and Treatment Center in Lincoln. The role involves providing nursing care to incarcerated individuals with mental health and substance use needs, conducting assessments, and delivering crisis intervention within a secure environment.

Responsibilities include care planning, medication administration, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Requires Nebraska RN license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.