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Registered Nurse (RN) -- Temporary, Federal Medical Center Lexington, KY Location: Lexington, KY (Fayette County) -- Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Lexington Employment Type: Temporary / Contract ...

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Overview We are looking for registered nurses to complete TB screenings at the federal prison in San Diego. There is an influx of inmates, so these temporary services will be required for 6 months.

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How much do temporary federal prison nursing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary federal prison nursing in the United States is $29.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Federal Prison Nursing vs Correctional Nurse?

AspectTemporary Federal Prison NursingCorrectional Nurse
CredentialsRN license, possibly federal-specific certificationsRN license, state-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentFederal prisons, secure facilitiesState or local correctional facilities
Employer & IndustryFederal government, Department of JusticeState/local government, correctional institutions
Search & Comparison IntentTemporary federal correctional healthcare rolesCorrectional nursing positions in prisons

Temporary Federal Prison Nursing involves providing healthcare services in federal correctional facilities on a temporary basis, often requiring federal certifications. Correctional Nurse roles are similar but typically in state or local prisons, with state licensing. Both roles focus on inmate healthcare in secure environments, but differ mainly by jurisdiction and certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Federal Prison Nursing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,926 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse

Asa Healthcare Staffing

Louisville, KY โ€ข On-site

$46/hr

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Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) — Temporary, Federal Medical Center Lexington, KY

Location: Lexington, KY (Fayette County) — Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Lexington

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract, Session-Based

Pay Rate: $46.00/hour

Schedule: 36 hours/week guaranteed minimum, 12-hour shifts, schedule posted 7 days in advance. Includes federal holidays. Overtime not authorized (max 40 hrs/week per employee).

Duration: Base period ~120 days from award (anticipated effective ~October 2026), with an additional ~120-day option period.

About the Role:
Asa Healthcare Staffing is seeking Registered Nurses to provide direct patient care to the adult population at FMC Lexington, a Federal Bureau of Prisons medical facility. You'll rotate across the Inpatient Care Unit, Central Clinic, Satellite Camp, medication/insulin lines, Special Housing Unit, and Receiving & Discharge — delivering triage, medication administration, chronic disease management, wound care, EKG/lab work, and documentation in the BOP's electronic medical record system.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide ambulatory nursing care, evaluations, and treatments
  • Administer medications via all standard routes, including insulin/pill line
  • Perform triage screening and venipuncture/blood product administration
  • Assist providers with procedures and inpatient care coordination
  • Document all clinical encounters and review results within 24 hours
  • Manage chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, asthma) and conduct daily sick call

Requirements:

  • Active, unrestricted Kentucky RN license
  • ADN or BSN from an accredited institution; passed NCLEX-RN
  • Current AHA BLS certification
  • Minimum 1 year RN experience
  • Able to pass a federal background investigation (NCIC check, fingerprinting, credit check, drug screen)
  • Current TB screening; Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Comfortable working directly with justice-involved individuals in a secure correctional setting

Why Asa Healthcare Staffing:
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with a track record of federal healthcare staffing across BOP and VA facilities. Competitive, top-of-market pay with weekly-posted, predictable scheduling.

To Apply: www.asahealthcarestaffing.com, RN license, BLS certification, and proof of education.