Registered Nurse or LPN

ND Dept of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with no premium

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation + sick leave from day one

Job summary

James River Correctional Center in Jamestown, ND, seeks Registered Nurses (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to provide nursing care to the resident population. The role emphasizes health maintenance, patient education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic setting.

Candidates must hold RN or LPN licensure in North Dakota (or eligible) and possess strong clinical skills. The position offers robust benefits, including health insurance with no monthly premium and a

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the ND Board of Nursing or as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the North Dakota Board of Nursing or eligible for licensure in North Dakota.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to work with inmate population.
• Clinical nursing skills in psychiatric, medical-surgical, and critical care areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to residents in the infirmary/clinic.
• Dispense medications and manage medication administration.
• Provide emergency nursing care as needed.
• Document patient care and medical records thoroughly.
• Engage in individual, group and wellness education with residents.

Skills

Nursing

Inmate care

Education

RN license

LPN license

Job description

Registered Nurses eligible for $4,000 - $5,000 hiring bonus!

Licensed Practical Nurses eligible for $3,000 hiring bonus!

Join our team of corrections professionals with the ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation at James River Correctional Center (JRCC). We are looking for Registered Nurse (may fill with a Licensed Practical Nurse) to help provide care for the JRCC population. These position's total compensation includes single/family health insurance with no monthly premium cost to you! This position has a very competitive benefits package that includes retirement, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave that begins to accrue on day one, and more.

James River Correctional Center, in Jamestown ND, is a medium custody facility that houses male residents and is part of the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The JRCC mission is to provide a safe environment to learn and practice skills necessary to be successful in the community.

The individual will work as a team member in an infirmary/clinic setting and within the Medical and Psychiatric Service Program. The position requires a holistic approach to health care service with emphasis on health maintenance through patient education and positive self-initiative. Specific duties include but are not limited to provision of health care nursing to the resident population; dispensing medication; emergency nursing care; participation in behavioral management procedures and infection control; thorough documentation of patient care and medical records; and individual, group and wellness education.

To be considered for the RN position, you must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the ND Board of Nursing. Requires interpersonal and communication skills necessary to perform job duties and must have ability to work with an inmate population on a daily basis. Strong clinical skills required. Psychiatric, medical surgical, and critical care background preferred, but not necessary. Individual must be flexible and innovative in carrying out assigned responsibilities.

To be considered for the LPN position, you must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the North Dakota Board of Nursing or licensure in another state and meet the eligibility requirements for licensure in North Dakota. North Dakota licensure is a condition of employment, and the employing agency will verify and document licensure upon appointment.

Must successfully complete standard background, criminal record check, and drug screening.

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