Correctional Nurse: Immediate Impact & Compassionate Care

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

CEUs

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse for the South Central Regional Jail in Charleston, WV. This role involves assessing health needs, administering medications, collaborating with healthcare and correctional staff, and guiding treatment plans from start to finish.

You’ll educate patients, respond to crises, and help maintain safety and standards across the unit. Active RN license, CPR certification, and 1–2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred)

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted RN license in state of practice.
• 1–2 years of nursing experience; correctional experience preferred.
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and mental health needs and administer medications.
• Guide treatment plans from start to finish in collaboration with healthcare and correctional staff.
• Educate patients and support education initiatives; respond to crises.
• Contribute to maintaining safety and standards across the unit.

Skills

Nursing experience

CPR certification

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Active RN license

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse for the South Central Regional Jail in Charleston, WV. This role involves assessing health needs, administering medications, collaborating with healthcare and correctional staff, and guiding treatment plans from start to finish.

You’ll educate patients, respond to crises, and help maintain safety and standards across the unit. Active RN license, CPR certification, and 1–2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred)