Charge RN: Night-Shift Leader in Correctional Care

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing education (CEUs)

Life insurance

Flexible pay options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Charge Registered Nurse at Douglas County Correctional Center in Omaha, NE. You will lead nursing staff, oversee daily clinical operations, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a correctional setting.

Your role focuses on assessments, planning, and evaluation of patient care while serving as a clinical resource to staff. Prior supervisory experience and RN licensure in Nebraska are required or preferred, along with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• One to two years of clinical or supervisory experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, triage, treatment planning, and ongoing evaluation of care.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, treatments, diagnostic testing, and other nursing interventions.
• Supervise and guide nursing personnel while promoting teamwork and effective communication.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and correctional personnel to coordinate care.
• Assist with examinations, minor procedures, patient education, referrals, and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and support quality assurance, chart audits, and infection control standards.

Skills

CPR certification

Nursing leadership

Supervisory experience

Correctional healthcare experience

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Charge Registered Nurse at Douglas County Correctional Center in Omaha, NE. You will lead nursing staff, oversee daily clinical operations, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a correctional setting.

Your role focuses on assessments, planning, and evaluation of patient care while serving as a clinical resource to staff. Prior supervisory experience and RN licensure in Nebraska are required or preferred, along with CPR certification.