Registered Nurse Behavioral Health - Reception and Treatment Center

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 69,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Training and development

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Lincoln is hiring a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health at the Reception and Treatment Center. The role operates 0700–1700 and offers a starting wage of $50.00/hour with a $3/hour differential for hours worked.

The incumbent will assess inmates with behavioral health needs, develop care plans, administer medications, and provide crisis intervention while upholding security within the facility.

Qualifications

• Current Nebraska RN license in good standing; compact authority preferred.
• 1–3 years RN experience, psychiatric/behavioral health preferred.
• Experience in supervision or leading others.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Pre-employment medical and drug test; background check.
• Completion of required training at Staff Training Academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions.
• Perform assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and provide crisis intervention.
• Maintain safety and security within the facility.

Skills

RN license in Nebraska

Leadership experience

Driver's license

Education

Nebraska RN license or compact

Job description

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $50.000 Job Posting: JR2026-00028832 Registered Nurse Behavioral Health - Reception and Treatment Center (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: 0700 - 1700 shift available, inquire at the time of interview.

Starting wage $50.000/hour. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government
• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!
• Numerous training and development opportunities

Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail].

Under limited supervision of a Nursing Director/Associate or Nurse Supervisor, provides nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions, including but not limited to mental health disorders and substance abuse issues. The role involves performing assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and offering crisis intervention while maintaining safety and security within the facility.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
• Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising the work of others.
• Minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferably with a background in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing.
• Experience in a correctional or secure healthcare environment is highly preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training.
• Must submit to background security check.
• Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test.
• Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' Pre-service Training Program.

Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.

For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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