Correctional RN: Impactful Care in Secure Facility

CoreCivic; Vidalia (LA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

401k retirement plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional nursing role in Vidalia, Louisiana. The position is full-time staff with an hourly wage of $36.52–$48.17, offering standard benefits and opportunities to impact inmate healthcare in a correctional setting.

The successful candidate will apply nursing skills in inmate care, assist the physician during sick calls, assess new inmates, and refer to emergency facilities as required. A valid RN 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.

Education

Nursing degree from accredited program

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional nursing role in Vidalia, Louisiana. The position is full-time staff with an hourly wage of $36.52–$48.17, offering standard benefits and opportunities to impact inmate healthcare in a correctional setting.

The successful candidate will apply nursing skills in inmate care, assist the physician during sick calls, assess new inmates, and refer to emergency facilities as required. A valid RN license is required.