Registered Nurse (RN), DJC

IdahoPTV; Idaho; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

401k/457 plans

Life Insurance

Student loan forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections in Saint Anthony, Idaho, seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide comprehensive nursing care for youth in custody, including assessments, triage, treatments, and follow-up. The role requires licensure as an RN in Idaho or via the Nurse Licensure Compact and adherence to PREA requirements.

The position involves intake screenings, health monitoring, medication management, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and safety

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State of Idaho or through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Willing to work in a juvenile correction facility.
• Must meet federal PREA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care including assessments, triage, treatments, emergencies, and follow-up for juveniles.
• Complete intake screenings and ongoing health monitoring (vital signs, labs, immunizations, chronic disease management).
• Manage medication administration and pharmacy coordination, maintain records and inventory.
• Maintain medical documentation and regulatory compliance through timely recordkeeping and discharge planning.
• Coordinate healthcare services, education, and clinical operations with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Triage & emergency care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN License (ID or compact state)

Job description

Posted yesterday | Apply before October 13, 2026

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

Are you a gifted Registered Nurse AND interested in making a difference in the lives of Idaho's youth while taking advantage of great State of Idaho employment benefits? If yes, then this is the position for you! The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Juvenile Corrections Facility in Saint Anthony, Idaho.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care by conducting assessments, triaging medical and mental health concerns, delivering treatments, responding to emergencies, and coordinating appropriate follow-up care for juveniles.
• Complete intake screenings and ongoing health monitoring including medical evaluations, vital signs, laboratory testing, immunizations, and chronic disease management to ensure continuity of care.
• Manage medication administration and pharmacy coordination by processing medication orders, administering and monitoring medications, maintaining controlled substance records, and ensuring medication inventory compliance.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and regulatory compliance through timely recordkeeping, health reporting, care coordination, discharge planning, and adherence to legal and confidentiality requirements.
• Coordinate healthcare services, education, and clinical operations by arranging off-site medical appointments, providing health education and staff training, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support the health and safety of youth in custody.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the state of Idaho or state licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418, in one of the following compact states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, or Wisconsin
• Willing to work in a juvenile correction facility.
• Must meet federal PREA requirements.

Minimum Position Requirements:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the state of Idaho or state licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418, in one of the following compact states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, or Wisconsin
• Willing to work in a juvenile correction facility.
• Must meet federal PREA requirements.

Benefits:We offer a competitive benefits package that includes the following -

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental
• Participation in one of theNation's best state retirement system
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
• Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
• Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
• State and Department Wellness Programs
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Potential flexible work schedule

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

P.O. Box 83720

Boise, ID

83720-0285

EMAIL:

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