Registered Nurse

Wexford Health Sources; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance check-ins with annual merit increase

Generous paid-time off

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) company match

Pet Insurance

Flexible pay options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Abingdon Regional Jail in Virginia. This role involves leading and advocating for patients, assessing health needs, managing medication, and educating patients. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered. The ideal candidate will hold an active RN license and possess strong clinical and communication skills. Join Wexford Health to make a meaningful impact in correctional healthcare and enjoy comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health insurance, and continuing education options.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted RN license in state of practice.
• 1-2 years of nursing experience, correctional experience preferred.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; adaptable in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead, teach, and advocate for patients.
• Assess physical/mental health needs and guide treatment plans.
• Administer medications and support patient education.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Active unrestricted RN license

1-2 years of nursing experience

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Position: Registered Nurse

Schedule: Opportunities available for night shift and as needed positions

Facility: Abingdon Regional Jail

Location: Abingdon, VA

$5,000 sign‑on bonus! Are you ready for a nursing role where your skills truly matter and your impact is immediate?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice‑involved patients for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving their first experience with quality, compassionate care—and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As a Registered Nurse in our facility, you'll do more than care for patients—you'll lead, teach, and advocate. Working closely with healthcare and correctional staff, you'll assess physical/mental health needs, administer medications, and guide treatment plans from start to finish. You'll play a key role in supporting patient education, making timely referrals, and helping maintain safety and standards across the unit. Whether you're managing medications, mentoring staff, or responding to a crisis, your skills will make a real impact every day.

You'll do more than just deliver care.

You'll restore dignity, build trust, and change lives.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check‑ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid‑time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) company match
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Non‑taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisley Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more

What You’ll Need

• Active unrestricted RN license in state of practice and 1‑2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred).
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; adaptability in high‑pressure settings.
• A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to patient care.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your Skills Matter Here. Your Compassion Changes Lives.

Apply today and become the RN your community needs.