Correctional RN: Compassionate Care in Secure Settings
CoreCivic
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Job summary
CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional nursing role in Northlake, Illinois. The position focuses on delivering high‑quality care within an institutional setting and coordinating with physicians to assess inmate health needs.
The ideal candidate will be Illinois-licensed, hold a nursing degree or diploma, and have at least 1 year of professional nursing experience; a valid driver's license is required.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
- Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
- One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
- Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
- Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment
- Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
- Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
- Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.
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Job description
CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional nursing role in Northlake, Illinois. The position focuses on delivering high‑quality care within an institutional setting and coordinating with physicians to assess inmate health needs.
The ideal candidate will be Illinois-licensed, hold a nursing degree or diploma, and have at least 1 year of professional nursing experience; a valid driver's license is required.
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