Travel Registered Nurse - Correctional
Columbia, MO
Connected Health Care
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,858/weekOverview
- Start Date02/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration8 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,612/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Company provided housing options
- Cancelation protection
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
Qualifications
Description
Corrections Registered Nurse (RN) – Contract
Location: Columbia, MO (Boone County)
Agency: Connected Healthcare
Contract Length: 8 weeks
Schedule: Rotating 36–48 hours/week
Shifts: 12-hour Day Shifts
Position Overview:
Connected Healthcare is seeking an experienced Corrections Registered Nurse (RN) for an 8-week contract assignment at a correctional facility in Boone County, Missouri. This role is ideal for nurses who are adaptable, confident in independent clinical decision-making, and interested in providing care within a structured correctional environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to an incarcerated population
- Perform health assessments, medication administration, and chronic disease management
- Respond to medical emergencies and triage acute conditions
- Collaborate with medical providers and correctional staff to ensure safe, effective care
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
- Adhere to all security protocols and safety procedures
Schedule Details:
- 12-hour day shifts
- Rotating weekly hours between 36 and 48 hours
- Potential for overtime depending on facility needs
Qualifications:
- Active RN license (Missouri or compact license preferred)
- Minimum of 1 year of RN experience (corrections, ER, med-surg, or acute care preferred)
- BLS certification required
- Strong assessment skills and ability to work independently
- Comfort working in a correctional or secure environment
Why Connected Healthcare:
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the contract
- Competitive compensation
- Streamlined onboarding and credentialing process
Employer
Connected Health Care
16 nurses recommend working with Connected Health Care
Pros
I have been a travel nurse for 8 years, and this team has really had my back. I loved my recruiters.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Connected Health Care
About Columbia, MO
As a travel nurse in Columbia, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Columbia, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Columbia experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F, and cold winters with average highs of 38°F and lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Columbia, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's student population and frequent short-term visitors.
- Columbia is car-friendly with well-maintained roads, and public transportation options include buses operated by the city's transit system.
- Columbia has a diverse population with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
- Columbia has a large population of travel nurses due to its medical facilities and university.
- Columbia offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, trails, and nearby conservation areas.
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