Correctional Nurse II: Compassionate Care in Secure Facilities

State of Nevada; Ely (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PERS Retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Nevada - Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Nurse 2 at Ely State Prison. The nurse will work under supervision, participate in nursing meetings, and integrate care into the multidisciplinary plan.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, documenting health data, and coordinating with staff to deliver timely care to inmates. The role emphasizes patient safety, medication administration, and education of patients and staff.

Qualifications

• RN license required; two years professional nursing experience, one in a correctional or institutional setting.
• Ability to identify health care needs and document assessments using standard charting protocols.
• Coordinate care plans with multidisciplinary teams and provide patient education.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient health care needs using professional nursing assessment skills.
• Prepare and revise nursing care plans with input from health professionals.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for adverse effects.
• Perform physical assessments and assist in diagnostic testing.
• Provide CPR/first aid and manage emergencies per policy.
• Document progress notes and maintain accurate medical charts.
• Coordinate clinics, immunizations, and outside appointments.
• Supervise inmates in infirmary and delegate tasks as appropriate.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical documentation

Team communication

Education

Registered Nurse license

Two years nursing experience (correctional setting preferred)

Job description

State of Nevada - Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Nurse 2 at Ely State Prison. The nurse will work under supervision, participate in nursing meetings, and integrate care into the multidisciplinary plan.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, documenting health data, and coordinating with staff to deliver timely care to inmates. The role emphasizes patient safety, medication administration, and education of patients and staff.