The Correctional RN works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, correctional officers, and administrators to ensure the well-being of the incarcerated population. The Correctional RN utilizes their knowledge to address the specific challenges and limitations of the correctional environment while providing care to their patient population. This care includes both routine and emergency health care in a correctional facility setting.
Minimum Requirements:
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Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
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Minimum of one year of correctional health care experience preferred
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Current CPR if applicable
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TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
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Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years of age
RN - Corrections (Roanoke, VA)
Location: Roanoke, VA Shift: 6 PM - 6 AM (36/48 rotation) Hours: Alternating 36 & 48 hours/week Start: ASAP Orientation: 2-3 days Interview: Virtual screening; feedback in 48-72 hours
Role Overview
The Corrections RN provides comprehensive nursing care to incarcerated adults, using the full nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs in a secure facility.
Key Responsibilities
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Assess patient needs through focused interviews, health histories, and ongoing monitoring.
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Identify physiologic and psychosocial changes and respond appropriately.
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Make referrals to physicians, NPs, dentists, or mental health providers.
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Determine need for emergency care and administer medications per SOP and provider orders.
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Develop and document care plans , nursing diagnoses, and interventions.
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Prioritize and perform interventions based on patient condition and facility policies.
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Provide patient education and revise care plans as needed.
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Document patient responses to all interventions.
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Supervise and support LPNs, CNAs, and other onsite healthcare staff.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Active RN license in state of practice
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1+ year of corrections nursing experience
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CPR certification (if applicable)
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TB screening and health certificate per regulations
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Completion of Amergis Competency Program (if required)
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Strong communication skills and computer proficiency
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Understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality
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Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
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Minimum age: 18
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Nursing
Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Corrections
Job Type: Travel
Setting: Corrections
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0400
Contract Duration: 8
Pay Rate: $2251 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-06-09T17:09:18
