Registered Nurse - PRN

Naph Care is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals at ASPC Douglas, located in Douglas, AZ. As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence within a controlled environment where security is top priority. The role offers engaging duties including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies.

New grads are encouraged to apply – we’ll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare.

• 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.
• Adhere to correctional facility security protocols while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and well‑being.
• Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report any relevant information.

• Holds a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state.
• Possesses 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.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
• Integrity, professionalism, and compliance with a Code of Conduct and all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
• Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

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 such as CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Naph Care is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. 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 have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity

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disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail?
See what our RNs do:
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If you would like to learn more about this position and Naph Care, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.