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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for prison rn in Arizona is $45.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.77 and $49.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To become a prison registered nurse, you need to earn a nursing degree (associate's or bachelor's), obtain a valid nursing license, and gain experience in healthcare settings. Additional training in correctional health or security procedures can be beneficial, and some facilities may require background checks and certifications such as CPR or first aid.

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Registered nurses (RNs) often work in correctional facilities, providing healthcare services to inmates. They must be familiar with security protocols and may need specific certifications or training to work in this environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a prison RN?

To thrive as a Prison RN, you need strong clinical assessment skills, a nursing degree with active RN licensure, and experience in emergency and psychiatric care. Familiarity with correctional health systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and standard infection control protocols is essential. Excellent communication, resilience, and sound judgment are crucial soft skills for working with incarcerated populations in a secure environment. These skills ensure effective, safe patient care and help manage the unique challenges of a correctional healthcare setting.

What is a prison RN?

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.

What unique challenges does a prison RN face compared to nurses in traditional healthcare settings?

As a Prison RN, you may encounter unique challenges, such as providing care in a secure environment where safety protocols and security restrictions are paramount. You'll often manage a higher patient-to-nurse ratio and work with individuals who may have complex physical and mental health needs, sometimes with limited medical resources. Collaboration with correctional officers is essential to maintain safety and coordinate care, and you'll need to develop strong communication and de-escalation skills to handle potentially volatile situations. Despite these challenges, many RNs find the work rewarding, as they can make a significant impact on an underserved population.
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Assistant Facility Health Administrator

Naphcare, Inc.

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Overview
NaphCare is hiring an experienced Assistant Facility Health Administrator (AHFA) to join our team at the Arizona Department of Correction - Tucson located in Tucson, Arizona.
As the Assistant Facility Health Administrator (AFHA) you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, to ensure the medical department is well managed and staff are meeting NaphCare policies, guidelines, and expectations.
Responsibilities
Duties / Responsibilities
The Assistant Facility Health Administrator (AFHA) assists in maintaining the overall administrative responsibilities within the facility to ensure our patients in residence receive quality care that protects their rights, dignity and health. Additional duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:
  • Providing daily oversight of clinical operations with the medical, mental health, dental and allied health services for the residents
  • Making clinical rounds, managing nursing services, ensure nursing staff are responsive to patients in our care
  • Supervising, coaching, and troubleshooting with staff to support the team and create a cohesive work environment
  • Performing administrative duties such as scheduling, record-keeping, assisting with budgets, financial reports, planning, forecasting and developing corrective action plans to ensure contractual obligations are met
  • Assuring clinical quality standards and expectations are set and monitored through a clinical performance and review process
  • Facilitating staff training and development activities including coordinating in-service training for jail staff
  • Monitoring and ensuring compliance with National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards, regulatory requirements, and legally mandated training requirements for nursing services

Qualifications
Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements
  • Hold a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in Arizona
  • Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)
  • Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
  • Two years' experience in health services administration related to comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services within a correctional health care or acute care setting
  • Ability to manage budgets, analyze contracts, managing complex staffing matrices between medical and mental health teams
  • Excellent communication skills with proven experience leading, managing, and coaching medical staff through complex Human Resource issues and challenges
  • Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
  • Display integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
  • Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Why Join NaphCare?
NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the U.S., and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
  • Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
  • Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
  • Lowest Cost Benefits!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral bonuses
  • Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Generous paid time off & paid holidays
  • Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I'll be in touch.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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About NaphCare

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NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare. We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need. Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare. NaphCare offers competitive compensation! Our full-time teammates have a top-notch benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, FREE prescriptions, flexible spending account, company-paid life and AD&D insurance with voluntary life and AD&D options, ST & LT disability, 401(k) company contribution, 20 days Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, employee referral bonuses, etc.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Birmingham, AL, US

Year founded

1989