Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$64K - $76K/yr
Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$64K - $76K/yr
Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within ...
JAIL NURSE
Lowville, NY · On-site
$35.44 - $40/hr
Prepares and applies dressings, gives medication and nursing or therapeutic treatments and rehabilitative measures as authorized by the Jail Physician; Assures adherence to minimum regulations of the ...
JAIL NURSE
Lowville, NY · On-site
$35.44 - $40/hr
Prepares and applies dressings, gives medication and nursing or therapeutic treatments and rehabilitative measures as authorized by the Jail Physician; Assures adherence to minimum regulations of the ...
JAIL NURSE
Lowville, NY · On-site
$35.44 - $40/hr
Prepares and applies dressings, gives medication and nursing or therapeutic treatments and rehabilitative measures as authorized by the Jail Physician; * Assures adherence to minimum regulations of ...
JAIL NURSE
Lowville, NY · On-site
$35.44 - $40/hr
Prepares and applies dressings, gives medication and nursing or therapeutic treatments and rehabilitative measures as authorized by the Jail Physician; * Assures adherence to minimum regulations of ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Employee Type Full-time Regular Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to ...
Jail Nurse.
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Employee Type Full-time Regular Description Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
Jail Nurse Provides a variety of professional and routine medical service which are related to the health care of adults in custody (AIC)s legally in the Grant County jail, using independent ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
Jail Nurse Provides a variety of professional and routine medical service which are related to the health care of adults in custody (AIC)s legally in the Grant County jail, using independent ...
RN Jail Nurse
Alpena, MI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? ATC Healthcare has immediate needs for experienced RN to fill Nurse position in a jail setting, providing care and care ...
RN Jail Nurse
Alpena, MI · On-site
Jail Nurse - Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? ATC Healthcare has immediate needs for experienced RN to fill Nurse position in a jail setting, providing care and care ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
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Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail RN - 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 ...
Jail RN - 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 ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
Jail Nurse
John Day, OR · On-site
$43.61 - $65.96/hr
Jail Nurse LOCATION: Grant County Health Dept. / Jail FLSA: .2 FTE, Expectation to work 8 hours a week SUPERVISOR: Public Health Clinic Manager PAY GRADE: B14 ($43.61 - $65.96 per hour, depending on ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse (RN) - Alpena Jail
Alpena, MI · On-site
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 ...
Jail Nurse - Per Diem Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? ATC Healthcare has immediate needs for experienced RN's to fill per diem positions in a jail setting, providing care and ...
Jail Nurse - Per Diem Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity? ATC Healthcare has immediate needs for experienced RN's to fill per diem positions in a jail setting, providing care and ...
Jail Deputy
Garden City, KS · On-site
Call jail nurse or emergency medical personnel when medical emergency arises with inmate. 10% Complete record keeping functions * Properly record and complete prisoner booking and release procedures,
Jail Deputy
Garden City, KS · On-site
Call jail nurse or emergency medical personnel when medical emergency arises with inmate. 10% Complete record keeping functions * Properly record and complete prisoner booking and release procedures,
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$17.31 - $21.68
3% of jobs
$21.68 - $26.05
7% of jobs
$29.33 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$26.05 - $30.42
20% of jobs
The median wage is $34.13 / hr.
$30.42 - $34.79
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$34.79 - $39.16
14% of jobs
$41.84 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$39.16 - $43.53
11% of jobs
$43.53 - $47.90
7% of jobs
$47.90 - $52.27
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$52.27 - $56.64
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How much do jail nurse jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for jail nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a jail nurse?
Jail nurses are registered nurses or licensed practical nurses who provide medical care to individuals incarcerated in jails or correctional facilities. Their responsibilities include assessing and treating illnesses and injuries, administering medications, managing chronic health conditions, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals. Jail nurses also play a critical role in maintaining public health standards within the facility, addressing mental health needs, and responding to emergencies. They must be prepared to work in a secure environment and adapt to the unique challenges of caring for a diverse inmate population.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a jail nurse, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Jail Nurse, you need a solid clinical background in nursing, a current RN or LPN license, and experience with emergency and mental health care. Familiarity with correctional health systems, electronic medical records (EMRs), and protocols for infectious disease control is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure set standout professionals apart. These skills are crucial for delivering safe, effective care to an underserved population in a challenging and sometimes unpredictable environment.
What are some unique challenges a jail nurse faces compared to other nursing roles?
Jail Nurses often encounter unique challenges such as working with patients who have complex mental health needs, substance abuse issues, and a lack of prior medical care. Security protocols can limit the types of equipment and medications available, requiring creative problem-solving and close collaboration with correctional officers. Additionally, maintaining professional boundaries and ensuring patient confidentiality in a correctional environment are crucial. The role can be demanding, but it also offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on an underserved population.
What is the difference between Jail Nurse vs Correctional Nurse?
| Aspect | Jail Nurse | Correctional Nurse |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | RN license, CPR certification | RN license, CPR certification |
| Work Environment | Jails, detention centers | Prisons, correctional facilities |
| Employer & Industry | Local jails, law enforcement agencies | State/federal prisons, correctional institutions |
| Job Focus | Immediate health issues, injuries, mental health | Chronic conditions, long-term care, disease management |
Both Jail Nurses and Correctional Nurses are registered nurses working in detention settings, often with similar certifications. Jail Nurses typically work in local jails focusing on acute injuries and mental health, while Correctional Nurses serve in larger prisons managing chronic health issues. The roles overlap in environment and credentials but differ in scope and patient population.
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Description
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community
The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within the Manitowoc County Jail. This is a unique opportunity to use your clinical skills in a dynamic environment where your work directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of both inmates and staff.
What You'll Do:
Why This Role Matters:
As a Jail Nurse, you play a vital role in ensuring safe, ethical, and effective healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise helps prevent medical emergencies, supports rehabilitation, and contributes to a safer facility overall.
What We're Looking For:
A licensed nurse who is confident, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality care in a structured, team-focused environment.
Requirements
Must be a licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Wisconsin, and whatever combination of additional education and work experience provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Jail Nurse - Make a Meaningful Impact in Your Community
The Manitowoc County Sheriff's Department is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Jail Nurse to provide essential healthcare services within the Manitowoc County Jail. This is a unique opportunity to use your clinical skills in a dynamic environment where your work directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of both inmates and staff.
What You'll Do:
- Assess inmate health needs and deliver individualized care and case management
- Provide primary nursing care and oversee medication administration
- Review intake health screenings and communicate critical medical concerns to jail administration
- Collaborate with dietary staff to address specialized nutritional needs
- Maintain accurate, timely medical documentation
- Train corrections staff on first aid, medication procedures, and communicable disease prevention
Why This Role Matters:
As a Jail Nurse, you play a vital role in ensuring safe, ethical, and effective healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise helps prevent medical emergencies, supports rehabilitation, and contributes to a safer facility overall.
What We're Looking For:
A licensed nurse who is confident, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality care in a structured, team-focused environment.
Requirements
Must be a licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Wisconsin, and whatever combination of additional education and work experience provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.