Registered Nurse

Loyal Source Government Services; Jarratt (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care and treatment to inmates within a correctional facility. You will conduct needs assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and ensure continuity of care from admission to discharge.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and the multidisciplinary team, while guiding LPNs and other support staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher is required.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Virginia or hold an active Compact/Multi State RN license.
• A current BLS Health Care Provider certification (AHA/Red Cross) required.
• Corrections experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and treatment to inmates.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Maintain continuity of care from admission to discharge.
• Prescribe appropriate medication and assist with treatment plans.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Leadership to LPNs

Case management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Compact/Multi State RN License

Job description

Registered nurses perform responsibilities ranging from entry level to journey level. Employees’ responsibilities include providing professional nursing care and treatment to inmates by conducting needs assessments, developing, implementing, evaluating treatment plans, and providing patient care. Nursing care to inmates as part of the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the facilities mission, Virginia Department of Corrections Standards, physician and patient expectations.

Provides total health care to inmates (routine, chronic and emergency care), maintaining continuity of care from admission to discharge. It ensures safe medication administration and providing health services in accordance with Department of Corrections (DOC) policy, American Correctional Association (ACA) standards of care, and ensures operational policies and procedures are followed. To function as a medical health provider to the inmates by performing initial and ongoing medical assessments, prescribing appropriate medication and/or mechanical measures to assist inmates with their medical needs, and assisting with preparation/modification of medical treatment plans. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

Pay: $47.00/hr

What You Will Do In This Role

• The scope of services involves all aspects of professional nursing care.
• Applies knowledge of principles and practices of professional registered nursing care acquired through formal education and training.
• Contacts are made with patients, medical support staff, supervisory nurses, and physicians in the provision of professional nursing care.
• Work impacts the quality of patient care.
• Successful application of skills enhances positive medical outcomes.
• Receives guidance and direction from a nursing supervisor, manager or medical professional or administrator.
• Develops total patient assessment, which requires considerable judgment and decision‑making.
• Provides leadership to LPNs and other medical direct service support staff.
• Work requires frequent use of discretion and judgment in patient assessment and case management.

What Qualifications You May Need

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing: Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher is required
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia, and/or hold an active Compact/Multi State RN license.
• A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required.
• Corrections experience preferred.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission‑critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Loyal Source uses AI‑powered voice screening as part of our application process. After you apply, you will receive a brief qualification survey via text or email. Candidates who meet the position requirements will then be invited to complete a quick AI‑powered voice assessment. This easy, no‑scheduling‑required process helps us and the candidate move the hiring process forward faster.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].