RN – Corrections

RCM Health Care Services; Bishopville (SC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

RCM Healthcare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional facility in Bishopville, SC. You will deliver essential healthcare services to an incarcerated population, conduct assessments, administer medications, and respond to emergencies in a secure setting.

Shift options include day and night with every other weekend, three 13-hour shifts, and ~37.5 hours weekly. This 13-week contract offers extension possibilities with per diem benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in correctional, behavioral health, LTC, or acute care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and provide nursing care per correctional protocols.
• Administer medications and injections with accurate documentation.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate follow-up care.
• Ensure infection control and patient confidentiality.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to support patient safety.

Skills

Fast-paced environments

Critical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

AHA BLS Certification

Job description

Correctional Registered Nurse / RN

Pay: Local Contract

• $45.00 per hour

Pay: Travel Contract

• $1,841.00 Gross Weekly
• $20.00 per hour taxed
• $1,091.00 tax-free stipends for housing, meals, and incidentals per diem
• $500.00 travel allowance ($250 to assignment / $250 from assignment for qualified travelers)

Location: Bishopville, SC; Onsite – Correctional Setting

Position Summary

RCM Healthcare is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for a correctional facility in Bishopville, South Carolina. In this role, you will provide essential healthcare services to an incarcerated population within a secure environment while ensuring high-quality patient care and safety. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medications and treatments, responding to medical emergencies, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. This opportunity is ideal for nurses who thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about delivering compassionate, professional care.

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: Day and Night shift openings available
• Every other weekend required
• Schedule: Three 13-hour shifts with 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Hours per week: Approximately 37.5 hours per week
• Contract length: 13 weeks with possibility of extension
• Start Dates: Monthly start dates available

Key Duties

• Conduct patient assessments and provide nursing care in accordance with correctional healthcare protocols
• Administer medications, treatments, and injections while maintaining accurate documentation
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate appropriate follow-up care
• Maintain compliance with facility regulations, infection control standards, and patient confidentiality requirements
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and facility staff to support patient care and safety

Requirements

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Nursing program

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Active South Carolina RN License or Compact Nursing License
• Required: AHA or American Red Cross BLS Certification
• Required: TB test completed within the last year

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year recent nursing experience in Correctional, Behavioral Health/Psych, LTC, or Acute Care required

Skills

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to maintain professionalism and sound clinical judgment in high-pressure situations

Benefits

Per Diem / Temporary Roles

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• $500 Referral Bonus

About Us

RCM Health Care Services’ mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates.

As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.