Jail Nurse.

Theuniversityunion; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 64,886 - 76,510; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Savi Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare within the Manitowoc County Jail. This role supports inmate and staff health, safety, and well-being with clinical skills in a correctional setting.

Must be a Wisconsin-licensed RN. Primary nursing care, medication administration, intake screenings, and documentation are required. Competitive benefits include health, vision, life, disability insurance and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in Wisconsin.
• Ability to provide primary nursing care and manage medications.
• Experience in correctional or structured clinical settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess inmate health needs and deliver individualized care and case management.
• Provide primary nursing care and oversee medication administration.
• Review intake health screenings and communicate critical medical concerns to jail administration.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to address nutritional needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation.
• Train corrections staff on first aid and medication procedures.

Skills

Licensed nurse

Detail-oriented

Team-focused

Education

Wisconsin RN license

Job description

Manitowoc County Employment Opportunities

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• Location 1025 South 9th Street,Manitowoc, WI, 54220,United States
• Base Pay $64,886.00 - $76,510.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full-time Regular

Description

Jail Nurse – Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community

The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within the Manitowoc County Jail. This is a unique opportunity to use your clinical skills in a dynamic environment where your work directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of both inmates and staff.

What You’ll Do:

• Assess inmate health needs and deliver individualized care and case management
• Provide primary nursing care and oversee medication administration
• Review intake health screenings and communicate critical medical concerns to jail administration
• Collaborate with dietary staff to address specialized nutritional needs
• Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation
• Train corrections staff on first aid, medication procedures, and communicable disease prevention

Why This Role Matters:

As a Jail Nurse, you play a vital role in ensuring safe, ethical, and effective healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise helps prevent medical emergencies, supports rehabilitation, and contributes to a safer facility overall.

What We’re Looking For:

A licensed nurse who is confident, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality care in a structured, team-focused environment.

Requirements

Must be a licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Wisconsin, and whatever combination of additional education and work experience provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Summary

At Manitowoc County, we invest in our employees' health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Choose from a robust selection of benefits designed to support you and your family, including:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Financial Security & Retirement

Plan confidently for your future with:

• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings Plan
• Employer-supported income protection through Short-Term Disability Income Continuation
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

Paid Time Off

Enjoy generous paid leave benefits, including:

• Discounted subscription to the Savi Student Loan Forgiveness Program, helping employees navigate and maximize federal student loan forgiveness opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Manitowoc County is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military service, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the Manitowoc County Personnel Department at [phone].

NOTE: Per - Wis. Stat. § 19.36(7) Records that would reveal the identities of job applicants must be kept confidential if the applicants so request in writing. However, the identities of final candidates to local public office may not be withheld. A final candidate is an individual who is one of the five most qualified applicants, or a member of the final pool if that is larger than five. If there are fewer than five candidates, each one is a final candidate. Please contact the Personnel Department at 920-683-4063 if you have questions regarding this information or you would like to keep your information confidential.

Additional Information

• Recruitment Closing Time/Date This position will remain open until it is filled.