Correctional RN: Direct Patient Care & Care Coordination

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc.; La Crosse (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

401(k) w/employer match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN to provide on-site nursing care in a correctional setting. You will assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate with practitioners to ensure timely treatment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, triage, documentation, and patient education. You will uphold HIPAA standards while supporting a multidisciplinary care team and ensuring safe, compliant clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in the state of service and in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands-on training.
• Excellent documentation skills for medical records and reporting.
• Solid knowledge of the RN scope of practice and clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate nursing care planning and delivery to patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments as ordered.
• Obtain orders by contacting the practitioner when needed.
• Provide emergency first aid and monitor patient status.
• Record vital signs, weight, glucose, and other metrics on-site.
• Triage and coordinate sick call screenings and care priorities.
• Document data for CQI reporting and care outcomes.
• Communicate clearly with patients about policies and discharge plans.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and confidentiality in all care communications.
• Collaborate with multiple medical services for diagnosis and treatment.

Skills

Active nursing license

BLS certification

Documentation skills

RN scope knowledge

Job description

Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN to provide on-site nursing care in a correctional setting. You will assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate with practitioners to ensure timely treatment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, triage, documentation, and patient education. You will uphold HIPAA standards while supporting a multidisciplinary care team and ensuring safe, compliant clinical operations.