Correctional Nurse (RN/LPN) – Part-Time 24 hrs/week

Correctional Psychiatric Services PC; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

CPS Healthcare, Kennebec County Jail Augusta, ME, seeks a part-time RN or LPN for the MAT program to supervise healthcare delivery. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing medical and mental health services in a correctional setting.

The role involves emergency care, chronic disease management, detoxification, and patient education, with a 4:00 am–12:30 pm schedule and some weekend/holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a national or state approved school of vocational nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice as an RN or LPN in the state of Maine.
• Holds current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and treatment to inmates as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
• Deliver medical and mental health services, including emergency care, chronic disease management, and detoxification.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and progress.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with healthcare protocols and facility policies.
• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in developing individualized treatment plans and care strategies for patients.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations related to healthcare delivery.
• Educate patients on health management, disease prevention, and wellness practices.

Skills

CPR

Education

Maine RN or LPN license

Job description

CPS Healthcare, Kennebec County Jail Augusta, ME, seeks a part-time RN or LPN for the MAT program to supervise healthcare delivery. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing medical and mental health services in a correctional setting.

The role involves emergency care, chronic disease management, detoxification, and patient education, with a 4:00 am–12:30 pm schedule and some weekend/holiday rotation.