Registered Nurse; RN - Nights
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse, Emergency Medicine, Mental Health Nurse
Join to apply for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Nights role at Naph Care, Inc.
Naph Care is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) in Des Moines, Iowa
, where we manage healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Polk County Jail
.
New grads are encouraged to apply — we’ll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!
Responsibilities- Perform initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
- Monitor and document patient health including vital signs and medical histories.
- Provide direct patient care, triage, assess patient needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
- Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
- Educate patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
- Understand and adhere to correctional facility security protocols, working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure safety and well‑being of patients.
- Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report any relevant information.
- Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the IA.
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
- Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health‑care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health‑care services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
- Able to work independently and in a team.
- Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Why Join Naph Care?Naph Care is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the United States. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we offer opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.
Benefitsfor Full‑Time Employees Include
- Health, dental & vision insurance starting day one.
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan starting day one.
- Lowest cost benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- 401(k) and Roth with company contribution starting day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays.
- Free continuing education and CME’s.
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Equal Opportunity
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