Registered Nurse

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; West Columbia (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in West Columbia, WV, is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead, teach, and advocate for justice-involved patients. You'll assess health needs, administer medications, and guide treatment plans from start to finish in a correctional setting.

This role emphasizes patient education, timely referrals, safety, and standards across the unit. Strong clinical and communication skills are essential in high-pressure environments; CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted RN license in state of practice and 1–2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred).
• Active CPR certification and strong clinical/communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and mental health needs and administer medications.
• Guide treatment plans from start to finish in collaboration with staff.
• Support patient education, make referrals, and uphold safety standards.
• Mentor staff and respond to crises to restore care and trust.

Skills

Nursing

CPR certification

Communication

High-pressure adaptability

Education

RN license (state of practice)

Job description

POSITION: Registered Nurse
SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts PRN hours
FACILITY: Lakin Correctional Center
LOCATION: West Columbia, WV

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.

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.