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Johnson State Prison - Medical Intensive Infirmary (MII) | Wrightsville, GA Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Schedule: Full-Time | Night Shift | 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Weekend Coverage: Rotating Weekends ...

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Prison RNs, or Registered Nurses working in correctional facilities, are healthcare professionals who provide medical care to incarcerated individuals. Their responsibilities include administering medications, managing chronic conditions, responding to emergencies, conducting health assessments, and supporting mental health needs. They work closely with other healthcare staff, correctional officers, and sometimes mental health professionals to ensure the well-being of inmates while maintaining safety protocols unique to the correctional environment.

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Registered Nurse-PRN $45 Per Hour-Rutledge State Prison (81168)

Centurion Health

Columbus, GA • On-site

$85 - $101/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

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Registered Nurse-PRN $45 Per Hour-Rutledge State Prison (81168)

GA, Columbus - Rutledge State Prison - Columbus, GA 31907

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Associate's Degree

Category

Nursing Professional & Support

Description

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Georgia Department of Corrections

We are currently seeking a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Rutledge State Prison located in Columbus, Georgia.

Pay Rate $45.00

The Registered Nurse (RN) (Medical) is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients while working under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Nursing Supervisor and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to identify, assess, and respond to a wide range of physical, psychological, and social needs of patients.

Qualifications
  • Associate's degree required
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
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