Correctional Nurse II: Inmate Care & Critical Diagnostics

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

Job summary

State of Nevada is seeking a Correctional Nurse 2 in Carson City to provide professional nursing care to offenders within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include evaluating needs, recording symptoms, preparing treatment plans, and performing sick calls under supervision.

The role emphasizes safe medication administration, charting, and collaboration with the health team. The ideal candidate holds an active RN license with at least two years' nursing experience, preferably in a

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Nevada.
• Two years of professional nursing experience; correctional or institutional setting preferred.
• Ability to work under general supervision and in a correctional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to offenders in a correctional facility.
• Evaluate patient needs; develop nursing diagnoses and care plans.
• Administer medications as prescribed; monitor for side effects.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Documentation

Clinical observation

Education

RN license

Tools

CPR

Job description

State of Nevada is seeking a Correctional Nurse 2 in Carson City to provide professional nursing care to offenders within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include evaluating needs, recording symptoms, preparing treatment plans, and performing sick calls under supervision.

The role emphasizes safe medication administration, charting, and collaboration with the health team. The ideal candidate holds an active RN license with at least two years' nursing experience, preferably in a