RN Health Services Director — Corrections

MEDIKO; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with MVP bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MEDIKO is hiring a Health Services Administrator (RN) to oversee healthcare services in a correctional facility. You will lead medical staff, manage operations, and ensure compliant, high-quality patient care while working with senior leadership on continuous improvement initiatives.

Required are an active RN license, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and 5–7 years of healthcare leadership, preferably in a correctional setting with familiarity with NCCHC/ACA guidelines.

Qualifications

• A valid state RN licensure is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related field is required.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare, with 3–5 years in a leadership role preferred.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (NCCHC, ACA) in correctional settings preferred.
• Certification in Healthcare Management (e.g., FACHE, CPHQ, CHC) preferred.
• Active CPR/BLS certificate required for correctional facilities, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership to the medical unit(s) and mentor staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Oversee staffing levels and scheduling to meet contractual requirements and prevent burnout.
• Serve as primary liaison between facility administration and MEDIKO to maintain client relationships.
• Oversee budget and financial oversight for the healthcare unit, including procurement and cost control.
• Ensure policy adherence and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, OSHA, NCCHC) across operations.
• Develop and implement staff training programs and ongoing professional development.
• Lead crisis management and emergency preparedness efforts for the medical unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical operations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or related field

Job description

MEDIKO is hiring a Health Services Administrator (RN) to oversee healthcare services in a correctional facility. You will lead medical staff, manage operations, and ensure compliant, high-quality patient care while working with senior leadership on continuous improvement initiatives.

Required are an active RN license, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and 5–7 years of healthcare leadership, preferably in a correctional setting with familiarity with NCCHC/ACA guidelines.