Correctional RN - Local Contract (Newark, NJ)

Equiliem; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a local contract nurse with Correctional RN specialty in Newark, New Jersey. The role is a 13-week assignment, 20 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts including days and nights.

The RN will provide direct and indirect care to residents within the correctional system, perform initial and ongoing assessments, and work closely with medical staff and security to maintain safety and quality of care. NJ licensure and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• RN license to practice in New Jersey.
• CPR certification required.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Local contract nursing position in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to residents within a correctional facility.
• Perform assessments in intake areas, health units, and infirmaries.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and security staff.
• Identify nursing goals and implement prescribed interventions.
• Plan care based on assessments and refer as needed per policy.
• As charge nurse or team leader, delegate duties to staff appropriately.

Skills

Nursing care

Assessment

Team collaboration

CPR

Communication

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Equiliem is seeking a local contract nurse with Correctional RN specialty in Newark, New Jersey. The role is a 13-week assignment, 20 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts including days and nights.

The RN will provide direct and indirect care to residents within the correctional system, perform initial and ongoing assessments, and work closely with medical staff and security to maintain safety and quality of care. NJ licensure and CPR are required.