Registered Nurse

CoreCivic

$98K — $124K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
  • Current nursing licensure in the state of employment required.
  • One year of professional nursing experience preferred.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Minimum age of 21 years.

Responsibilities

  • Apply nursing skills in the assessment and treatment of inmates/residents.
  • Assist physicians during sick calls; manage the necessary logistics.
  • Examine and assess new and existing inmates/residents for health issues.
  • Refer inmates/residents to emergency services or healthcare as needed.
  • Perform emergency procedures and coordinate with healthcare providers.
  • Supervise and monitor care provided by other nursing staff.
  • Provide guidance to licensed and non-licensed medical personnel.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
  • Work in a unique environment with a focus on inmate/resident care.
  • Gain experience in correctional healthcare settings.
  • Comprehensive orientation and training for new staff.
Full Job Description
$47.11 - $60.10 / Hour

CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.
  1. Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
  2. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment
  3. Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
  4. Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
  5. Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.


Qualifications:
  • Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
  • Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
  • One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

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