Registered Nurse - Juvenile Justice Health Services

Augusta University; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Augusta University in Georgia seeks a registered nurse to deliver patient care at Muscogee YDC under the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services.

The role requires nursing process, patient education, and collaboration with youth, facility staff, families, and vendors.

Candidates must be licensed in GA, with BCLS certification, and prepared for variable shifts in a corrections environment. Augusta University emphasizes safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in the State of Georgia.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience.
• Strong organizational and decision‑making skills; able to handle pressure.
• Must comply with the Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act.
• Current Health Care Provider BCLS certification (American Heart/Red Cross).
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Security clearance by the Georgia DJJ.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Guide patient teaching and supervise nursing activities and staff.
• Promote a customer-friendly environment and provide superior service to youth, staff, families, and external vendors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Augusta University in Georgia seeks a registered nurse to deliver patient care at Muscogee YDC under the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services.

The role requires nursing process, patient education, and collaboration with youth, facility staff, families, and vendors.

Candidates must be licensed in GA, with BCLS certification, and prepared for variable shifts in a corrections environment. Augusta University emphasizes safety and compliance.