Registered Nurse (RN) - Midnight Shift

Registered Nurse (RN) –  Detention Center
Location: Detroit, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, and Contingent Positions Available
Shifts: Midnights 8, 10, 12-hour shifts

About the Role
We are seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to provide medical care to individuals housed at a Detention Center based in Detroit. 

The role offers a unique opportunity to provide medical care in a secure environment while supporting individuals with diverse physical and behavioral health needs. 

This is a great opportunity for RNs with experience in acute care, behavioral health, and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where their skills can make a meaningful impact every day. 

Ideal candidates have excellent clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a unique and dynamic environment.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, RNs will assess, treat, and manage urgent, emergent, and chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

This is a rewarding opportunity for nurses who are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to a vulnerable population.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 nursing coverage as part of a rotating schedule.
  
  


• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and re-assess detainee medical needs each shift.
  
  


• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
  
  


• Deliver on-site emergency care, including CPR and use of AEDs, pending emergency response.
  
  


• Assist with alcohol and drug detoxification protocols as needed.
  
  


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all care provided.
  
  


• Collaborate with physicians, mental health staff, and facility personnel to ensure continuity of care.
  
  


• Adhere to all established clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  
  


• Comply with all security, safety, and confidentiality protocols.
  
  

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
  
  


• Current BLS certification (required); ACLS preferred.
  
  


• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience; correctional or emergency nursing experience is highly preferred.
  
  


• Ability to perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
  
  


• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
  
  


• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.Why Join Us?

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rates including differential pay for night shifts and weekends.
  
  


• Full benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  
  


• Paid time off and holiday pay.
  
  


• Opportunities for professional growth and training in a unique clinical setting.
  
  


• Be part of a mission-driven team making a positive impact in the community.