Registered Nurse (RN) - Washington Corrections Contracts
Local: Up to $70/Hour | Travel: Up to $3,243/Week Gross
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is actively seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) interested in contract Correctional opportunities in Washington State. Multiple locations are available throughout Washington State, offering competitive pay, consistent schedules, and the opportunity to work in a variety of correctional healthcare settings.
Current Locations
Clallam Bay, WA
Aberdeen, WA
Shelton, WA
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Travel RN: Up to $3,006/week gross
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Local RN: $65/hour
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Minimum to Amergisum Security Facility
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ER, Med Surg, or Critical Care experience preferred
Gig Harbor, WA
Schedule
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Most facilities operate on a 5x8 schedule (five 8-hour shifts per week)
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Day, evening, and night shifts may be available depending on facility needs
Minimum Requirements
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Active Washington RN License or Compact RN License
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Minimum of 2 years of RN experience
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Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
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Ability to pass clearance requirements
Clearance Process This position requires all candidates to complete a clearance process before they can be submitted to facility openings. Clearance is required for consideration at any facility and may take several weeks to complete.
Many nurses choose to obtain clearance in advance to be considered for both current and upcoming opportunities.
Benefits
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Weekly pay
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Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
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401(k) retirement plan
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Life insurance options
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Dedicated recruiter support
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24/7 emergency on-call line
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Employee assistance programs
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Professional development reimbursement
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MyTime program with up to 24 hours PTO annually
Apply Today
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now to begin the clearance process and be considered for current and future RN contract opportunities throughout Washington State.
For questions, contact:
Kandace Thompson
Recruiter I - Staffing
kathomps@amergis.com
253-442-1199
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
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: 0294
Contract Duration: 13
Pay Rate: $2902 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-07-13T19:58:29
