Registered Nurse

Wexford Health Sources; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid-time-off program

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible pay options

Discounted Tuition

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to work at St. Clair County Jail in Belleville, IL. In this role, you'll lead and advocate for patients, ensuring they receive tailored care while collaborating with healthcare and correctional staff.

You'll need an active RN license and strong clinical skills, with a compassionate approach to patient interactions being crucial. Additionally, the role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a correctional setting.
• Active CPR certification is essential.
• Compassionate, non-judgmental approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead, teach, and advocate for patients in a correctional healthcare environment.
• Assess physical and mental health needs and guide treatment plans.
• Manage medications and mentor staff during crises.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Active unrestricted RN license

Job description

Position

Registered Nurse

Schedule

Full-time / 6am-6:30pm / 3 days weekly

Facility

St. Clair County Jail

Location

Belleville, IL

Are you ready for a nursing role where your skills truly matter and your impact is immediate?

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 Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 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 Wisely 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, non‑judgmental approach to patient care

Equal Opportunity Employer

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