RN - Correctional Health

Cynet Health; Troy (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to join its correctional health program. You will conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, formulate patient care plans, administer medications, monitor responses, and document care in a secure environment.

The role requires a current NC RN license (or compact eligibility), CPR/BLS certification, and ACLS preferred. Prior acute, emergency, or correctional care experience is valued, with strong clinical judgment and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license in NC (or compact license with NC eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop patient care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures per physician orders and nursing standards.
• Respond to medical emergencies, triage needs, and provide critical interventions.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient responses to treatment.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Supervise and support LPNs and nursing assistants as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, confidential medical records.
• Educate patients on health conditions, treatments, and preventive care.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and security protocols in correctional environment.

Skills

RN license

Job description

RN - Correctional Health

Shift: 12 Hours

Description:

Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop patient care plans.Administer medications, treatments, and medical procedures in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.Respond promptly to medical emergencies, triage patient needs, and provide critical interventions.Monitor, evaluate, and document patient responses to treatment.Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.Supervise and support LPNs, nursing assistants, and other staff as appropriate.Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records.Educate patients on health conditions, treatment plans, and preventive healthcare practices.Adhere to infection control, safety, and security protocols within the correctional environment.

Qualifications:

Current, valid RN license in the state of North Carolina (or compact license with eligibility to practice in NC).CPR/BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.Prior experience in acute care, emergency, or correctional healthcare preferred.Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.Ability to work effectively in a secure and fast-paced environment.