Compassionate Correctional Nurse — Direct Patient Care

Azza HealthCare Agency; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to provide direct nursing care in a correctional healthcare setting. You will assess patients, monitor vital signs, administer prescribed medications, and support ongoing sick calls and chronic care management.

In emergencies, you will respond promptly and assist with urgent interventions, while documenting all care accurately and coordinating with the healthcare team to follow clinical protocols and ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• Current nursing licensure and ability to practice independently within scope.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient monitoring skills.
• Competence with medication administration and treatment protocols.
• Ability to handle urgent situations with calm, safety-focused decision-making.
• Accurate documentation and effective teamwork/communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Conduct patient assessments and monitor symptoms, vital signs, and overall condition.
• Support sick call and chronic care activities for ongoing health needs.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and assist with urgent interventions.
• Document all patient care accurately in required records.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to coordinate care and follow clinical protocols.

Skills

Nursing licensure

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

RN degree

Job description

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to provide direct nursing care in a correctional healthcare setting. You will assess patients, monitor vital signs, administer prescribed medications, and support ongoing sick calls and chronic care management.

In emergencies, you will respond promptly and assist with urgent interventions, while documenting all care accurately and coordinating with the healthcare team to follow clinical protocols and ensure patient safety.