Registered Nurse FT Nights

CoreCivic; Nicholls (GA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high quality care in an institutional setting in Georgia. The role requires nursing licensure in the state and a commitment to patient care within a correctional environment.

Responsibilities include triage with physicians, patient assessment, and supervising junior nursing staff. At CoreCivic, we prioritize safety, professionalism, and the well‑being of inmates and residents.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
• 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 and prepare lists/equipment.
• Examine and assess inmates/residents; refer to emergency/other facilities as needed.
• Perform emergency procedures and notify supervising provider.
• Supervise and monitor nursing care provided by staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Nursing license

Inmate healthcare

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

$38.22 - $50.22 / 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. At

$38.22 - $50.22 / 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. At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. 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.