Local Contract Registered Nurse - Correctional - $54 per hour

Local Contract Registered Nurse - Correctional - $54 per hour at Equiliem summary : \n\nThis position is for a part-time local contract registered nurse to provide direct and indirect nursing care in a correctional facility during night shifts. The nurse will assess and care for adult and geriatric inmates while collaborating with healthcare and security staff in a controlled environment. The role requires professional licensure, CPR certification, experience in correctional nursing, and the ability to work under stressful conditions.\n\nEquiliem is seeking a local contract nurse Correctional for a local contract nursing job in Bridgeton, New Jersey.Job Description & Requirements\n

• Specialty : Correctional\n
• Discipline : RN\n
• Start Date : 11 / 24 / 2025\n
• Duration : 13 weeks\n
• 20 hours per week\n
• Shift : 8 hours, nights\n
• Employment Type : Local ContractPart Time RN needed at SWSP in Bridgeton, NJ\n\nNights- 10p-6 : 30a\n\nThe Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus\n\nWorks with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment\n\nFrequently functions guided by nursing protocols\n\nFunctions as a team leader as assigned\n\nDemonstrates competency in assessment and identification of the physical health of adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) all population groups and their personal strengths\n\nIdentifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems\n\nProvides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) within the framework established by the correctional system\n\nUtilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern and courtesy in all interpersonal relationships\n\nUses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients\n\nMaintains current professional skills and continues professional growth to enhance the practice of correctional nursing and the image of the organization\n\nAdhere to personnel policies to enhance the operation of the health care unit\n\nMaintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for the nursing personnel of the health care unit and assumes responsibility for his / her continuing education and professional development and contributes to the professional growth of co-workers\n\nAble to function in a stressful environment and relates well to patients, security staff and healthcare team members\n\nMay be exposed to infections and contagious diseases\nEntering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers\n\nQualifications\n\nMinimum Education and Experience\nGraduate from an accredited School of Nursing\n\nCertifications / Licenses\nRN License to practice in the State of New Jersey. CPR Certification required\n\nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities\n\nMinimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS : As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).\nSpecial Conditions Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another. Must be approved by the client and adhere to all client requirements. Employees will be subject to and must comply with all security regulations and procedures.