RN - Travel

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team in correctional healthcare in beautiful Sterling, Colorado and across the state. This is a unique opportunity to provide meaningful care to underserved populations while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. 



Shift: TBD



Local and travel 13 week assignments available with competitive hourly pay 



Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical documentation.


• Provide standardized patient education in accordance with established nursing guidelines.


• Transcribe and communicate medical orders during shift changes.


• Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information.


• Deliver direct patient care, including physical treatments and medication administration (PO, IM, IV, SQ, SL).


• Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement and support individualized treatment plans.


• Apply infection control practices and crisis intervention techniques.


• Conduct patient interviews, triage assessments, and respond to urgent and emergent situations.


• Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures.


• Monitor, order, and restock medications and medical supplies as needed.


• Observe and report patients’ physical and emotional conditions, including responses to medications and treatments.


• Perform comprehensive physical and behavioral health assessments using established nursing protocols.


• Promote and uphold a safe and secure clinical environment, including careful control of medications, sharps, instruments, and other sensitive medical items.


• Operate clinical equipment appropriate to the assigned unit.


• Maintain knowledge of all applicable life safety policies and procedures.


• Report safety or security concerns promptly through established documentation channels.

• Minimum one full year experience as a Registered Nurse


• Corrections experience is preferred not required


• Unencumbered Colorado or Compact registered nursing license 


• Must be a U.S. Citizen 


• Successful completion of a thorough background check and onboarding process


• Must be able to complete a rigorous and physical four-day self-defense course


• Ability to respond to emergency situations involving inmates and/or medical situations and make policy and profession compliant decisions.


• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to serve the population with empathy, while staying objective and assertive and be able to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

• Competitive pay based on experience


• Benefits including health, dental, vision, and annual continuing education 


• Opportunities to make a real impact in public health


• Supportive, mission-driven team


• Flexible work environments across various Colorado locations

Ready to make a difference in correctional healthcare?



Note: This job description provides a general overview and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or qualifications.