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The jail medical staff will report to Jail Administration and be under the instruction and direction of the jail physician. The jail medical staff job duties include: Intake medical screening of ...

The jail medical staff will report to Jail Administration and be under the instruction and direction of the jail physician. The jail medical staff job duties include: Intake medical screening of ...

The jail medical staff will report to Jail Administration and be under the instruction and direction of the jail physician. The jail medical staff job duties include: Intake medical screening of ...

Registered Nurse

Montesano, WA ยท On-site

$6.4K - $9.9K/mo

Confers with the Jail Medical Director regarding patient medical problems and makes referrals to the Jail Medical Director or to a hospital, if necessary. Attends scheduled staff meetings as required.

Registered Nurse

Montesano, WA ยท On-site

$6.4K - $9.9K/mo

Confers with the Jail Medical Director regarding patient medical problems and makes referrals to the Jail Medical Director or to a hospital, if necessary. * Attends scheduled staff meetings as ...

Registered Nurse

Montesano, WA ยท On-site

$6.4K - $9.9K/mo

Confers with the Jail Medical Director regarding patient medical problems and makes referrals to the Jail Medical Director or to a hospital, if necessary. * Attends scheduled staff meetings as ...

Confers with the Jail Medical Director regarding patient medical problems and makes referrals to the Jail Medical Director or to a hospital, if necessary. * Attends scheduled staff meetings as ...

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How much do jail medical staff jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for jail medical staff in the United States is $19.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do prisons have jail medical staff?

Jail medical staff are employed in correctional facilities to provide healthcare services to inmates. They typically include nurses, physicians, and mental health professionals who address medical and mental health needs within the prison environment, often working under specific regulations and security protocols.

Do jails have medical assistants?

Jail medical staff typically include licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, and physicians rather than medical assistants. Medical assistants are more common in outpatient clinics and hospitals, but some jail facilities may employ or contract with medical assistants for specific administrative or clinical tasks under supervision. The staffing structure varies depending on the facility's size and resources.

What is the difference between Jail Medical Staff vs Correctional Nurses?

AspectJail Medical StaffCorrectional Nurses
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Registered Nurses (RN), Medical AssistantsRN, LPN, or Nurse Practitioner certifications
Work EnvironmentJail or detention facility healthcare unitsCorrectional facility healthcare units, clinics within jails
Employer & IndustryJail facilities, detention centersCorrectional institutions, detention centers
Job FocusProviding general medical care, managing chronic conditions, emergency careRoutine nursing care, health assessments, medication administration

Jail Medical Staff and Correctional Nurses both work within correctional facilities and require similar nursing credentials. Jail Medical Staff may include a broader range of healthcare providers, while Correctional Nurses focus specifically on nursing duties. Both roles are essential for inmate healthcare, but their scope and responsibilities can differ slightly based on the facility's needs.

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Infographic showing various Jail Medical Staff job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,411 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail

ATC - Mid Michigan Locations

Alpena, MI โ€ข On-site

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Full Time

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? ATC Healthcare has immediate needs for experienced RN's to fill full time positions in a jail setting, providing care and care coordination for inmates.ย 

Jail Nurse Job Duties:
The jail medical staff will report to Jail Administration and be under the instruction and direction of the jail physician. The jail medical staff job duties include:
Intake medical screening of inmates
  • Sick call for inmatesย 
  • Telephone consultationย 
  • Assist physician with visits and complete physical examinations and record within 10 days of booking dateย 
  • Examinations must be signed off by physician within 14 daysย 
  • Distribute medications at least twice daily, 365 days per year, refilling prescriptions, order new prescriptions, and ensure adequate supply of OTC medications.ย 
  • Occasional on-call services to include prescription verification, consults, evaluations and referrals as necessary on a 24-hour basisย 
  • Nurse will schedule appointments for off-site services and do follow-up with providers, including coordination of transportationย 
  • Secure information from inmates on medical insurance prior to making arrangements with outside providers for services or prescriptionsย 
  • Medical staff will be responsible for tuberculosis tests on all inmates, as well as reading same tests or training staff to follow through with sameย 
  • Follow-up on all hospitalized inmates on an as needed basisย 
  • Provide health assessments, in accordance with Michigan Corrections Department as established by Alpena Countyย 
  • Provide jail staff training as needed for urgent or emergent medical conditionsย 
  • Provide monthly statistical reports to Jail Administration and the Sheriffย 
  • Be a first responder in case of a medical emergency in the jailย 
  • Documentation if an inmateโ€™s ordered medication was not administered and the reasonย 
  • Mental health screenings and referralย 
  • Provide quality care for chronic conditions such as diabetes by conducting daily blood sugar checks and routine evaluation in a chronic care clinic.
ATC Benefits for Jail Nurse(s):
  • Weekly Direct Depositย 
  • Overtime for all hours worked over 40 in a weekย 
  • PTO - Paid Time Off Bankย 
  • ATC Rewards Programย 
  • You can talk to us 24/7
Jail Nurse(s) Job Requirements:
  • Must have current, unrestricted Nursing License in the State of Michigan
  • Must have BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association (AHA)ย 
  • Must have a minimum of one year of experience as a nurseย 
  • Must have 2 recent referencesย 
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsย 
  • Must have demonstrated leadership qualities for team buildingย 
  • Must be able to pass ALL required health and other screenings

EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)- ATC Healthcare will not discriminate against any individual because of race, religion, age, national origin, color, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political beliefs or disability.