Registered Nurse - PRN

CoreCivic; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Natchez, MS is seeking Registered Nurses (PRN) to provide high‑quality care in an institutional setting. The role requires nursing licensure in the state, a nursing degree, and is focused on evaluating inmates, performing assessments, and coordinating with physicians to deliver timely treatment.

The successful candidate will join a team that emphasizes service, professionalism, and public safety. Prior experience is preferred, and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a degree/diploma.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries; refer to emergency or appropriate facilities as required.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify provider for treatment orders.
• Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed staff.

Skills

Nursing skills

Education

Nursing degree / diploma

Current state licensure

Job description

$40.17 - $52.99 / 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.

$40.17 - $52.99 / 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 (PRN) 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.