Correctional Registered Nurse (RN)

CBH Medical; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Orthodontic credit

Job summary

CBH Medical is hiring a Registered Nurse for a full-time position at Western Tidewater Regional Jail. The role emphasizes compassionate, comprehensive correctional healthcare in a unique clinical setting with stability, benefits, and opportunities to grow clinically.

Responsibilities include assessments, triage, treatment plans, medication administration, and leadership within the nursing team, all aligned with CBH Medical policies and OSHA safety programs.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed Registered Nurse in the state where duties are performed (Required).
• BLS/CPR Certification (Required).
• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program; Baccalaureate degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum two years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and provide written assessments upon admission, during confinement, and at discharge.
• Obtain health histories, summarize assessment data, and make triage decisions that are documented and communicated to the care team.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment programs utilizing approved protocols as directed by the Medical Director.
• Administer medications using proper techniques including IV therapy and all other approved routes; obtain diagnostic tests per physician orders.
• Document all nursing encounters using SOAP charting and communicate effectively with nursing staff, physicians, correctional officers, and department heads.
• Provide leadership to nursing staff, identify problems, and recommend improvements in patient care, procedures, and equipment.
• Participate in quality assurance chart reviews, in-service education, and support all OSHA and employee safety programs.
• Perform within the limits of the state practice act, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and all CBH Medical policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Clinical assessment

Triage decisions

Documentation

Nursing leadership

Education

RN licensure in state

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

CBH Medical is a visibly different correctional healthcare experience, delivering flexibility, transparency, improved patient health, reporting, and oversight by a leadership team with decades of correctional experience. Founded in 2015, we have proven experience in the successful administration of an effective correctional healthcare service program at several correctional facilities. We take great pride in our medical staff and strive to provide compassionate, comprehensive and effective medical care to all of our patients. CBH Medical provides the highest level possible of customer service, medical experience, and commitment to health and wellness to all our patients. Our best practices enhance performance and focus intensely on each facility’s critical needs.

Now Hiring: RNs – Make a Difference in Correctional Healthcare

CBH Medical is actively hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time position at Western Tidewater Regional Jail. If you're a compassionate nurse looking for a stable schedule, strong benefits, and a unique clinical environment — this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and make a real impact.

About the role

• CBH Medical is looking to directly hire a Registered Nurse for the medical department at Western Tidewater Regional Jail. Corrections experience is a plus. We offer competitive wages, great benefits, and much more!

What you'll do

• Assess the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and provide written assessments upon admission, during confinement, and at discharge
• Obtain health histories, summarize assessment data, and make triage decisions that are documented and communicated to the care team
• Develop and implement individualized treatment programs utilizing approved protocols as directed by the Medical Director
• Administer medications using proper techniques including IV therapy and all other approved routes; obtain diagnostic tests per physician orders
• Implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plans as ordered and refer patients to appropriate providers as needed
• Document all nursing encounters using SOAP charting and communicate effectively with nursing staff, physicians, correctional officers, and department heads
• Provide leadership to nursing staff, identify problems, and recommend improvements in patient care, procedures, and equipment
• Participate in quality assurance chart reviews, in-service education, and support all OSHA and employee safety programs
• Perform within the limits of the state practice act, Code of Ethics for Nurses, and all CBH Medical policies and procedures
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently licensed Registered Nurse in the state where duties are performed (Required)
• BLS/CPR Certification (Required)
• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program; Baccalaureate degree preferred but not required
• Minimum two years of clinical experience
• Dental insurance with a generous orthodontic credit
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and extensive ancillary coverage options