Registered Nurse - Correctional Health
Lake City, FL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Position

Location: Lake City, Florida
Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care including executing provider orders, administering medications, assisting in examinations and treatments, and applying nursing and supervisory techniques in the care and treatment of patients. Responsibilities include monitoring inpatient hospitalizations, supervising licensed and non-licensed nursing staff, maintaining confidentiality of medical records, auditing pharmacy use, providing health counseling and education, and assisting with accreditation processes. The RN also performs emergency procedures, documents care, and ensures compliance with applicable policies and regulations.

Contract Length

• 12 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida
• Minimum of 1 year of correctional nursing experience
• Correctional nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Key Responsibilities

• Execute licensed provider’s orders and administer medications.
• Assist in patient examinations and treatments.
• Supervise licensed vocational/practical nurses and non-licensed medical staff.
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and coordinate early releases when appropriate.
• Maintain security and confidentiality of medical records.
• Audit pharmacy use for compliance with formulary and controlled substance laws.
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups.
• Prepare and maintain medical and operational records and reports.
• Participate in accreditation efforts and respond to incidents and emergencies as required.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• This role involves working in a correctional healthcare environment.