RN - Correctional Health

Registered Nurse (RN General, Dialysis, Mental Health)

Provides professional nursing care to patients hospitalized in health services units, or to individuals housed in state-owned or operated facilities. Observes, assesses, and records symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients. Makes nursing rounds and takes and records vital signs. Prepares and administers prescribed medications and treatment plans. Monitors patients requiring restraint on a timely basis. Provides immediate medical attention to emergencies, such as administering first aid or arranging transportation when necessary.

Counsels patients regarding the need for medical referrals. May schedule, assign, and review work of lower-level staff if assigned. Participates in staff development and education. Reviews care plans written by staff and trains or orients new employees. Responsible for all health care of patients, including evaluating care needs and rendering services. Performs specialized procedures such as IV therapy, wound care, oxygen therapy, and dialysis.

Organizes and oversees emergency response teams. Acts as lead worker in charge of the assigned shift in the absence of a supervisory nurse. Assists in giving diagnostic health evaluations. Performs clerical tasks such as documenting medications and treatments. Completes required reports and maintains inventory of controlled substances. Arranges out-patient clinic appointments and medical examinations. Performs administrative tasks and serves as a liaison within the organization.

May conduct and attend meetings and serve as an instructor on occasion. Serves as a member or leader of problem-solving teams or groups. Knowledge of professional registered nursing procedures and regulations is essential. Skill in operating medical equipment is required. Ability to manage concrete variables and demonstrate physical fitness is important.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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