Correctional RN
Commerce, CA
NuWest Travel Nursing
5x8 hrs, Evenings

REGISTERED NURSE – JUVENILE DETENTION (EVENING SHIFT)

Assignment Details:

5 shifts × 8 hours | Evening Shift | 16-Week Assignment | Secure Juvenile Facility

Position Overview

NuWest Group is seeking experienced Correctional Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive clinical care to adolescents in a secure detention facility. This role operates within a locked forensic environment and requires regular interaction with law enforcement personnel.

Candidates must have a minimum of one (1) year of recent experience as a Correctional RN with in-patient experience in a secure juvenile detention setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake health screenings for newly admitted youth
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments
• Respond to and manage medical emergencies
• Monitor youth in medical observation status
• Coordinate care with physicians and mental health professionals
• Maintain accurate and complete health records
• Provide age-appropriate health education
• Address acute and chronic medical conditions, behavioral health concerns, substance use disorders, and developmental needs
• Interact professionally with law enforcement on a daily basis

Required Certifications & Clearances

(All must be active and valid prior to the assignment start date)

• Active California Registered Nurse License
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
• MAB or CPI Certification
• LA City Fire and Life Safety Card (must be LA City — not county)
• LA County Employee Health Clearance (must be completed before start date)

Assignment Conditions

This is a 16-week temporary assignment. Profiles should be submitted only for RNs who are fully committed to completing the entire assignment. Time-off requests, including single-day absences, are at the discretion of the scheduling Nurse Manager and are not guaranteed.

Why NuWest?

At NuWest, we connect talented healthcare professionals with opportunities that fit their experience, career goals, and lifestyle.

NuWest Benefits may include:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Direct deposit
• Referral bonuses
• Personalized support from your NuWest recruiting and account management team
• Credentialing and compliance support
• Exclusive healthcare opportunities nationwide
• 24/7 support while you're on assignment