RN - Corrections

Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Pahrump (NV); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short‑/

401(k) Retirement Plan

Travel stipends

Job summary

HAN Staff seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for a correctional healthcare setting in Pahrump, NV. The position offers travel pay of $24.00/hour, plus lodging and meal stipends totaling $1,134.00, with a combined travel compensation around $1,998.00.

You will monitor inmate health, supervise licensed and non-licensed staff, maintain medical records confidentiality, and help prepare safety and accreditation documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a nursing degree/diploma.
• Current RN licensure in the employing state.
• One year of professional nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations and coordinate care as directed.
• Supervise nursing staff and ensure quality care.
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and ensure compliance with policies.
• Support accreditation processes (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) and prepare required reports.
• Provide health education and counseling as needed.

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

RN license

PSV documentation

Current required certifications (BLS, etc.)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) –Pahrump,NV

Travel Pay : $24.00/ hour

Travel Pay: Hrly $24.00, Stipend (Lodging $658.00 + M&I $476.00) = $1,134.00

Total Comp :$1,998.00

Travel Eligibility: Candidates must live at least 70 miles from the facility to qualify for Travel Pay.

Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.

New to correctional healthcare? Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality patient care in a safe, secure, and professionally managed correctional setting.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.

• Referral Rewards - Receive referral bonuses for eligible healthcare professionals you refer.($800 referrer / $200 referee)

• Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.

• Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

Shift Details:

• Full Time Schedules

• Some weekends may be required

• 8 or 12 hour shifts available depending on the facility

• Contract Position (flexible with shift availability is a plus)

• Nights 6 weeks initial contract auto offer US Citizenship, driver's license, and social security card required for facility clearance Facility clearance can take 3-6 weeks 36 hour guarantee

Registered Nurse (RN) Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor, as directed, inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate.

• Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

• Maintain a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers and outside provider agencies.

• Utilize established corporate, facility and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but use sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position.

• Regularly evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent the inappropriate use, or duplication of those services.

• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.

• Assist Health Service Administrator with the review of medical files to determine all provided services are documented.

• Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses.

• Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required.

• Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.

• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior.

• Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmate/residents; securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment.

• Provide health counseling and health education on individual or group basis, as required.

• Assist Health Service Administrator to prepare and maintain a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary and/or operational records, reports and logs, using appropriate grammar, to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling; properly process all reports and documents in a timely manner.

• Read, analyze, comprehend and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents.

• Review, process and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings, when necessary.

• Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services.

• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year of professional nursing experience.

• Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.

• Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.

• A valid driver's license.

• Valid RN state license

• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.

• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).

Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance(eligibility begins after 60 days)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Travel Stipends for Qualified Candidates

For questions about this opportunity, please contact Michael at [phone], Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST.