Registered Nurse - FT

CoreCivic; Whiteville (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking Registered Nurses to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. The RN will apply nursing skills, assist physicians, and supervise nursing staff to ensure timely assessments and treatment for inmates/residents.

Qualified candidates hold an active TN RN license, possess a nursing degree, and have at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license. Experience preferred; the role is full-time and paid hourly at $41.83–$53.79.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Must possess current RN licensure in the state of employment (TN).
• One year of professional nursing experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick calls with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare lists and exam rooms.
• Examine and assess inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries; refer to ER or facilities as required.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify provider for orders.
• Provide guidance and supervise nursing staff.

Skills

Nursing skills

Inmate care

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

RN license in TN

Job description

$41.83 - $53.79 / hour

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment
• Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
• Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
• One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.