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Registered Nurse

Houston, TX · On-site

$52 - $54/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Healthcare Harris County (Houston), TX Quality Response Medical Staffing (QRMS) is actively seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide direct patient ...

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Registered Nurse

Houston, TX · On-site

$52 - $54/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Healthcare Harris County (Houston), TX Quality Response Medical Staffing (QRMS) is actively seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide direct patient ...

Turn Key Health

Registered Nurse (RN)

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$40 - $44/hr

Registered Nurse (RN) | Full-Time Days & Nights | Competitive Pay Jefferson County - Beaumont, TX ... Following established nursing standards and correctional healthcare protocols ABOUT TK HEALTH TK ...

Strategic Resources Inc

Registered Nurse

Pearsall, TX · On-site

$55.09 - $56.59/hr

Certified Correctional Health Professional, Certified Correctional Health Professional -Registered Nurse, or Certified Corrections Nurse credential preferred, not required. Attributes and ...

Strategic Resources Inc

Registered Nurse

Pearsall, TX · On-site

$55.09 - $56.59/hr

Certified Correctional Health Professional, Certified Correctional Health Professional -Registered Nurse, or Certified Corrections Nurse credential preferred, not required. Attributes and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Correctional RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Correctional RN, you need a solid nursing education, active RN licensure, and foundational clinical skills in assessment and emergency response. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and correctional facility protocols is valuable. Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and sound judgment are essential for navigating challenging environments and building rapport with incarcerated individuals. These competencies ensure safe, ethical, and effective care delivery in a unique and often high-pressure correctional setting.

What are some common challenges faced by Internship Correctional RNs and how can they be addressed?

Internship Correctional RNs often encounter unique challenges, such as managing complex patient populations with a high prevalence of chronic illnesses, mental health issues, and substance use disorders. The correctional environment may also present safety concerns and require strict adherence to security protocols. To address these challenges, it's important to focus on effective communication, build strong teamwork with custody staff and other healthcare professionals, and remain adaptable to the fast-paced, sometimes unpredictable setting. Ongoing training and mentorship from experienced correctional nurses can also be invaluable in developing confidence and competence in this specialized field.

What is the difference between Internship Correctional Rn vs Correctional Nurse?

AspectInternship Correctional RnCorrectional Nurse
CredentialsTypically enrolled in nursing program, may have student licenseLicensed Registered Nurse (RN) with active license
Work EnvironmentTraining setting within correctional facilities, supervisedFull-time correctional facility, responsible for inmate healthcare
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, correctional institutions during internshipCorrectional facilities, healthcare providers

Internship Correctional Rn is a training position for nursing students gaining experience in correctional settings, while Correctional Nurse is a licensed professional providing ongoing healthcare services to inmates. The internship is temporary and educational, whereas the correctional nurse role involves full responsibility for inmate health care.

What is an Internship Correctional RN?

An Internship Correctional RN is a registered nurse who is participating in an internship program within a correctional facility, such as a jail or prison. This role allows nursing interns to gain hands-on experience providing healthcare to incarcerated individuals under the supervision of experienced nurses and medical staff. Duties may include conducting health assessments, administering medications, responding to medical emergencies, and educating inmates about health and wellness. The internship helps nurses develop specialized skills needed for the unique challenges of correctional healthcare while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
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Registered Nurse II - Correctional Health (Days & Nights Available)

Registered Nurse II - Correctional Health (Days & Nights Available)

Harris Health System

Houston, TX • On-site

$48.70 - $63.01/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago

Harris Health System rating

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Hiring Post: Registered Nurse II – Correctional Health (Days & Nights Available) – 25K Retention Bonus Eligible
Compensation: $48.70 to $63.01/hour

Career Area: Correctional Health
Location: Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Houston, TX 77002
Position Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 177686

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • $10k student loan repayment

  • $25K Retention Bonus Eligible

  • Shift differentials (Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays)

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

  • Life and AD&D insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Subsidized parking

  • Access to a credit union

  • Employee disaster relief support

  • Tuition Reimbursement (available after 6 months of employment)

About the Position

Harris Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse II (Nurse Clinician II) to join the Correctional Health team, with both day and night shifts available. In this role, you will provide professional nursing care in accordance with the Texas Nursing Practice Act and Correctional Health standards.

As a competent RN, you will independently manage patients with commonly occurring conditions, applying clinical standards, principles, and evidence-based practices. You will also recognize when to escalate care and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care in a correctional health setting.

About Harris Health System

Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations through acute care, primary care, wellness, disease management, and population health services.

Its flagship hospitals — Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) — anchor a network of 39 clinics, health centers, and specialty locations, including telemedicine services. Harris Health is nationally recognized for Magnet® nursing excellence, NCQA patient-centered care, and strong academic partnerships with institutions such as Baylor College of Medicine, UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the University of Houston.

Requirements

  • Education:

    • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

    • BSN preferred

  • Licensure/Certification:

    • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas

    • Basic Life Support (BLS) from an AHA-approved program

    • Additional certifications as required by the unit

  • Experience:

    • Minimum of 1 year full-time RN experience

  • Communication Skills:

    • Above Average Verbal (heavy public contact)

    • Exceptional verbal communication

    • Strong written communication (correspondence and reports)

    • Bilingual skills preferred

    • Ability to accurately communicate clinical information in English

  • Technical Skills:

    • Basic computer proficiency

  • Knowledge/Skills:

    • Mathematics and medical terminology

  • Work Schedule:

    • Flexible schedule with day and night shifts available

    • Includes weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed

Join Harris Health System and make a meaningful impact by delivering quality healthcare to underserved populations in the correctional health setting.

 

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Harris Health System is a fully integrated healthcare system that cares for all residents of Harris County, Texas. We are the first accredited healthcare institution in Harris County to be designated by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and are one of the largest systems in the country to achieve the quality standard. Our system includes community health centers, same-day clinics, three multi-specialty clinic locations, a dental center, mobile health units and two full-service hospitals.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1966

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