Correctional Psychiatric Nurse (RN) – Meaningful Mental Health

Naphcare, Inc.; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Prescription coverage

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Life insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Free CME/CEU

EAP services

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Registered Nurse to join our team at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Lewis in Buckeye, Arizona. You will provide mental health care to individuals in residence, collaborating with correctional officers and medical staff.

This role uses TechCare EMR, involves evaluations, care planning, and coordination with psychiatrists and psychologists. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within a large correctional healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an accredited program for practical or vocational nursing.
• Current, unrestricted nursing license in the state of employment.
• Active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Minimum 1 year in mental health or acute care; correctional experience preferred.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients in intake, mental health unit, and housing areas.
• Perform mental health evaluations and document findings.
• Record vital signs, histories, screenings, and treatment changes in the chart.
• Use TechCare EMR for accurate clinical records and notes.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and security staff.
• Assist with quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

RN license

Mental health care

Correctional healthcare

BLS/CPR

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Tools

TechCare EMR

Job description

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Registered Nurse to join our team at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Lewis in Buckeye, Arizona. You will provide mental health care to individuals in residence, collaborating with correctional officers and medical staff.

This role uses TechCare EMR, involves evaluations, care planning, and coordination with psychiatrists and psychologists. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement within a large correctional healthcare network.