Job Description
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Corrections (Contract)
Location: 2800 W Pinnacle Peak Rd Phoenix, AZ 85027
Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday (10-hour shifts) – 30 hours per week
Job Type: Long-Term Contract (No overtime offered)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a long-term contract position in a corrections facility, providing medical care to youth. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, experience in fast-paced environments, and the ability to ensure patient health and safety. Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, emergency response, and collaboration with healthcare and corrections staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and respond to youth health concerns, providing treatment and guidance.
- Obtain and process lab specimens (blood, urine, etc.) as required.
- Monitor, record, and report changes in patients’ conditions, including vital signs.
- Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
- Conduct intake health screenings for newly admitted youth.
- Provide emergency medical care to youth and staff when necessary.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper documentation.
- Manage and restock medical supplies and equipment.
- Administer vaccinations and assist with tuberculosis (TB) testing.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Active, unrestricted RN license in Arizona.
- Minimum 1+ years of RN experience (corrections experience preferred).
- Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, emergency care, and medication administration.
- Ability to make independent decisions in a corrections setting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must follow nursing regulations and ethical guidelines.
- Ability to work effectively with medical and non-medical staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous corrections or detention nursing experience (strongly preferred).
Schedule & Contract Details:
- 30 hours per week – Thursday, Friday, Saturday (10-hour shifts).
- Every weekend required (except Sundays).
- Long-term contract (no overtime offered).
Benefits:
- BC forward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
Job Tags
Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday,