Correctional Registered Nurse (RN)

CBH Medical; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Great benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Dental insurance and orthodonticcredit

Vision insurance

Extensive ancillary coverage options

Job summary

CBH Medical is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Ocean County Jail in New Jersey. This full-time role offers a stable schedule, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits in a unique correctional healthcare setting.

You will assess patients, document histories, administer medications, and lead nursing staff while upholding CBH Medical policies and safety programs. Prior corrections experience is a plus, and licensure in the state is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in the state where duties are performed.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Minimum two years of clinical experience.
• Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred but not required.
• Corrections experience is a plus.

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.
• 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

Skills

Nursing assessment

Triage decisions

Medication administration

Leadership

Quality assurance

Education

RN license (NJ)

BLS/CPR Certification

Nursing program graduate

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 Ocean County 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 Ocean County 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