Contract RN - Corrections/County Jail

ConnectedHealth; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Insurance coverage (medical, dental, V

401(k) with match

Housing stipend

Travel and mileage reimbursements

Guaranteed hours

Cancellation protection

Job summary

ConnectedHealth seeks a registered nurse to provide direct care for inmates in a Cleveland, TN correctional facility for an 8-week assignment. Responsibilities include patient assessments, treatments, and health education, with collaboration with security and strict documentation in electronic health records.

Requirements include TN RN license, BLS, CPR, and at least 2 years in corrections or psychiatric nursing.

Qualifications

• RN license in Tennessee is required.
• BLS and CPR certifications are required.
• Minimum of 2 years of corrections or psychiatric nursing experience.
• Ability to work in a secure environment with background clearance pending confirmation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under security measures with a guard present during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to inmates, including assessments, treatments, and health education.
• Collaborate with security personnel to maintain a safe and secure environment during health interventions.
• Document all patient interactions and treatments accurately in electronic health records.
• Execute emergency procedures and respond to urgent health issues promptly.
• Maintain compliance with security protocols and facility rules during shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Security collaboration

Documentation in EHR

Emergency response

Education

RN license in Tennessee

BLS certification

CPR certification

Tools

Job description

Provide nursing care to inmates in a correctional facility in Cleveland, TN, for an 8-week assignment. Deliver assessments, treatments, and health education while collaborating with security and maintaining documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to inmates, including assessments, treatments, and health education.

• Collaborate with security personnel to maintain a safe and secure environment during health interventions.

• Document all patient interactions and treatments accurately in electronic health records.

• Execute emergency procedures and respond to urgent health issues promptly.

• Maintain compliance with security protocols and facility rules during shifts.

Qualifications:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Tennessee.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Valid CPR certification.

• Minimum of 2 years of corrections or psychiatric experience as a registered nurse.

• Ability to work in a secure environment with background clearance pending confirmation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to perform under security measures with a guard present during shifts.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience working with inmates or in a correctional health setting, highly preferred.

Benefits:

• Premium pay: weekly direct deposit, 13% above market average.

• Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, sick leave, starting 1st day of month after start date.

• Coverage continues through winter/summer break for off-season.

• 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements.

• Paid housing or stipends, travel and mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection.

• Nationwide opportunities from major metros to underserved areas.

• Streamlined compliance: reimbursed and fast-tracked licenses and certifications, portal onboarding average 14 days, rapid interviews (38 hours typical).

You hold a Tennessee RN license with BLS certification. You have at least two years corrections or psychiatric nursing experience. You can collaborate with security while delivering inmate healthcare