Detention Health Nurse RN — Secure Facility Care, Entry-Level

Joinsdsheriff; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scheduled salary increases

Shift premiums

Free food while on duty

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Joinsdsheriff in San Diego seeks a Detention Nurse to provide medical and mental health services to incarcerated individuals. This entry-level role involves independent nursing responsibilities in a detention facility, requiring a valid California RN license and CPR certification.

Candidates will perform emergency care, collaborate with the medical team, and comply with regulations. Benefits include scheduled salary increases, shift premiums, and free food while on duty.

Qualifications

• Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license at the time of appointment, maintained throughout employment.
• Current CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certification, maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency nursing care for inmates, including assessment, treatment, medication administration, and documentation.
• Apply standardized nursing procedures and protocols, including infection control and crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with correctional staff and the medical team to coordinate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer-focused skills

Education

California Registered Nurse (RN) license

Current CPR and AED certification

Job description

Joinsdsheriff in San Diego seeks a Detention Nurse to provide medical and mental health services to incarcerated individuals. This entry-level role involves independent nursing responsibilities in a detention facility, requiring a valid California RN license and CPR certification.

Candidates will perform emergency care, collaborate with the medical team, and comply with regulations. Benefits include scheduled salary increases, shift premiums, and free food while on duty.