Correctional RN — Predictable Shifts, Premium Pay

State of Louisiana; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Dixon Correctional Institute Nursing Department. The role involves nursing care for inmates, including emergency response and chronic disease management, within a 24-hour facility under secure conditions.

Beneficial qualities include professionalism, resilience, and teamwork in a correctional environment.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license or temporary permit or multi-state license (NLC/eNLC) to practice as a registered nurse.
• Experience in correctional or healthcare settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs professional nursing duties including administration of medications and care in accordance with physician orders.
• Develops and implements nursing plan of care for patients in assigned units.
• Monitors patient rounds and records observations.
• Assists physicians with examinations and documents health histories.
• Assists in emergency codes and health education of patients.
• Administers medications and treatments timely and lawfully.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Education

Louisiana RN license

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Dixon Correctional Institute Nursing Department. The role involves nursing care for inmates, including emergency response and chronic disease management, within a 24-hour facility under secure conditions.

Beneficial qualities include professionalism, resilience, and teamwork in a correctional environment.