Registered Nurse Supervisor

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services. Corrections Services.
(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./ DIXON CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE in Jackson, LA. At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all. This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

Dixon Correctional Institute is seeking a dedicated and experienced RN Supervisor A to join our healthcare leadership team. This role is essential in ensuring the delivery of high‑quality nursing care within a secure correctional environment. The ideal candidate is a confident clinical leader who thrives in a fast‑paced setting and is committed to promoting the health, safety, and well‑being of our inmate population.

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth:
  Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post‑retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Possession of a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license or a temporary permit or multi‑state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse plus one of the following:

• Three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse.
• A bachelor’s degree in nursing plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse.
• A master’s degree in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse.
• A doctorate in nursing or public health plus one year of experience as a licensed registered nurse.

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to inmates at DCI, ensuring adherence to established clinical protocols, infection‑control standards, and correctional healthcare policies while promoting patient safety and well‑being.
• Receive, interpret, and implement physicians’ orders, coordinating with medical staff to ensure timely and accurate execution of treatment plans, medication administration, and follow‑up care.
• Conduct regular patient rounds to assess physical and behavioral health, monitor changes in condition, evaluate the quality and effectiveness of nursing care provided, and ensure all assessments, interventions, and observations are thoroughly documented in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.
• Manage, organize, and assign nursing duties for the shift, providing direction and support to nursing staff, prioritizing workload based on patient acuity, and ensuring adequate coverage to maintain efficient clinical operations.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, offering guidance to nursing personnel, assisting with problem‑solving, and promoting professional development and adherence to best practices.
• Ensure compliance with security procedures, collaborating with custody staff to maintain a safe environment while delivering patient care within a secure correctional setting.
• Participate in emergency response efforts, providing leadership during medical emergencies, coordinating staff actions, and ensuring proper documentation and follow‑up.

• Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE.
• Current permanent status classified LA State employees…