Corrections RN I: Impactful Inmate Care & Growth

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical and dental plans

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking a Nurse I to deliver professional nursing care to inmates across multiple Colorado sites. The role includes medication administration, order transcription, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure safe, effective treatments.

Responsibilities cover triage, documentation, and patient education, with shift flexibility including weekends and holidays. Residency in Colorado is necessary for employment and ongoing service delivery.

Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license from Colorado Board of Nursing or eNLC.
• Experience providing nursing care to incarcerated inmates is a plus.
• Ability to document accurately and maintain inmate records.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care in outpatient clinics, infirmaries, or cell houses.
• Transcribe medical orders and document shifts.
• Administer PO/IM/IV/SQ/SL medications to inmates.
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with procedures.
• Ensure medication and supply restocking and safety protocols.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient education

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Education

Registered Nurse license (CO or eNLC)

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

State of Colorado is seeking a Nurse I to deliver professional nursing care to inmates across multiple Colorado sites. The role includes medication administration, order transcription, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure safe, effective treatments.

Responsibilities cover triage, documentation, and patient education, with shift flexibility including weekends and holidays. Residency in Colorado is necessary for employment and ongoing service delivery.