Job Description

Opportunity:


RN - Correctional Facility Nurse


Job Details:


• Work 12-hour shifts from 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
• 36 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts
• 26-week assignment
• Every third weekend and every third holiday required
• Holiday shifts run from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
• Gather Health Service Requests from units, triage requests, and coordinate the daily schedule
• Respond to urgent sick calls and manage multiple follow-up appointments from provider referrals and RN follow-up visits
• Assist providers with chronic care condition guidelines
• Support MD/AMD in a dual-role capacity including completing verbal orders, consulting with offsite providers, and managing requests through the Cerner messaging system
• Function as a nurse clinician for both general population and restricted housing patients
• Apply long-term care skills for patients housed inpatient in Health Services Unit sick cells, illness recovery, or post-operative care


Facility:


This correctional facility operates a Health Services Unit providing comprehensive medical care to the incarcerated population. The facility supports a range of healthcare needs including urgent sick calls, chronic care management, provider-directed follow-ups, and inpatient recovery care. Nursing staff work closely with physicians and advanced medical directors in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that demands strong clinical judgment and adaptability across diverse patient care situations.


Location:


Redgranite, WI


Redgranite is a small, close-knit community nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, offering a peaceful rural setting with access to beautiful lakes, forests, and outdoor recreational activities. The area provides a quiet and scenic environment ideal for healthcare professionals looking to enjoy Wisconsin's natural beauty while making a meaningful impact in their work.

Job Tags

Shift work, Weekend work

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