Correctional RN - 40h Contract with Telemedicine & Labs

State of Wisconsin; Town of Gordon (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care within a correctional healthcare setting. This is a 26-week contract assignment with renewals anticipated, offering a 40-hour workweek and a start window between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM to accommodate center needs.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, coordination of medical services, and support for providers to ensure timely care during stays and transitions back into the community.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN license in the applicable state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management, and patient education skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to medical emergencies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple clinical priorities.
• Comfortable working independently and with interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in correctional health or other fast-paced clinical environments preferred.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily RN appointments and sick-call assessments.
• Provide patient education on medical conditions, medications, and treatment plans.
• Coordinate and perform laboratory services and follow up on results.
• Schedule off-site medical appointments and specialty care.
• Complete transfer screenings and nursing assessments.
• Assist with patient appointments, examinations, and follow-up care.
• Coordinate telemedicine appointments and related patient care.
• Implement provider orders accurately and promptly.
• Respond to medical emergencies with appropriate nursing interventions.
• Monitor and medicate patients, reporting changes to providers.
• Maintain timely documentation per standards.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist with release planning and ongoing healthcare coordination.
• Perform additional nursing duties as needed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Patient education

Emergency response

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

RN license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

State of Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care within a correctional healthcare setting. This is a 26-week contract assignment with renewals anticipated, offering a 40-hour workweek and a start window between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM to accommodate center needs.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, coordination of medical services, and support for providers to ensure timely care during stays and transitions back into the community.