Registered Nurse - Reception and Treatment Center

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Military leave

State retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

PSLF eligible

Training & development

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) in Lincoln, NE seeks a Registered Nurse to provide clinical care in a correctional setting. You will administer medications, follow physician orders, and guide licensed practical nurses and staff, ensuring patient safety and timely treatment.

Starting wage is $50.00 per hour with an additional $3.00 per hour differential for hours worked, plus strong benefits and training opportunities. Varying shifts available; inquire at interview.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Nebraska RN license in good standing.
• Ability to work in a correctional healthcare setting with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled incarcerated individuals.
• Administer medications and carry out doctor's orders according to protocol.
• Supervise LPNs and direct care staff; assist in triage and patient movement.

Education

Nebraska RN license

Job description

Hiring Information

Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $50.000

Job Posting: JR2026-00029655 Registered Nurse - Reception and Treatment Center (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description

Varying shifts available, inquire at the time of interview.

Starting wage $50.000/hour. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.

We want you to join our team!

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
• Military leave
• 156% state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government
• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!
• Numerous training and development opportunities

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail].

Under limited supervision of a Nursing Director/Associate or Nurse Supervisor, provides nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled incarcerated individuals. Provides clinical direction and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses and direct care staff, provides direct patient nursing care and treatment within the scope of licensure in a correctional setting. Performs patient care in a clinic or hospital setting. Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor's orders, assess patients utilizing protocols, triage. Assist in moving patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications : A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
• Preferred Qualifications : Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising the work of others.

Other : Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training. Must submit to background security check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' Pre-service Training Program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.