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Correctional Nurse (RN) Night Shift

Atlantic County, NJ

Posted: 03/06/2025 Industry: Healthcare Job Number: 43683 Compensation: 43.00

Job Description

Job Overview – Correctional Nurse (RN) Night Shift:
Advance your nursing career with our client as a Correctional Nurse (RN) Night Shift in Atlantic County, NJ, providing critical patient care in a secure correctional facility. This role is perfect for a skilled RN with strong assessment abilities and experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, administering treatments, collaborating with medical teams, and ensuring strict compliance with safety and infection control protocols.

Compensation: $43 – $54/hour
Location: Atlantic County, NJ
Schedule: 3 days/week, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM


Responsibilities as the Correctional Nurse (RN):
  • Patient Assessment & Care: Perform health assessments during intake, sick calls, and chronic care clinics.
  • Treatment & Medication Administration: Administer medications, treatments, and coordinate inmate healthcare.
  • Emergency & Crisis Response: Provide urgent medical intervention and ensure timely care.
  • Safety & Infection Control: Adhere to infection prevention protocols and controlled substance regulations.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate medical records per facility guidelines.
  • Patient Education & Discharge Planning: Educate inmates on health conditions, medications, and post-care instructions.
Qualifications for the Correctional Nurse (RN):
  • Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Licensure: Current, unrestricted RN license in New Jersey.
  • Certification: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Experience: Minimum 1 year of RN experience, with correctional healthcare experience preferred.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in clinical assessments, emergency response, and infection control protocols.
  • Skills & Attributes: Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.
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