Registered Nurse - Correctional
Bent Las Animas, CO
Aequor Government
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

Aequor Healthcare, a nationally recognized healthcare staffing firm since 1998, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for an opportunity in Las Animas, Colorado. Join a supportive team where you can make a meaningful impact while maintaining a flexible schedule.
Details:

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Las Animas, Colorado
• Facility: Bent County Correctional Facility
• Setting: Corrections
• Contract: 6 months and up to 1 year
• Shift: 12-hour day or night shifts
• Pay: $1,520/week for 36 hours & $1,920/week for 48 hours

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ year of RN experience
• No local candidates accepted at this time, candidate must hold permanent address at least 70 miles away from the facility

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver comprehensive nursing care in accordance with Licensed Independent Provider (LIP) orders.
• Administer and dispense medications and assist LIPs during examinations and treatments.
• Apply appropriate nursing and supervisory techniques in the care, treatment, and referral of inmates/residents.
• Perform all clinical and technical procedures within the scope of licensure and education.
• Conduct sick call with the physician, prepare patient lists, and set up examination rooms and equipment.
• Manage pill call, including medication administration and required documentation.
• Communicate with LIPs regarding medication orders, treatment directives, and emergencies.
• Assess and triage new or ill/injured inmates/residents and arrange referrals to emergency or outside healthcare facilities as needed.
• Perform emergency procedures and obtain treatment orders from LIPs promptly.
• Coordinate medical services provided by contract personnel and ensure operational support for care delivery.

Benefits:
Our nurses are at the heart of what we do, and we’re proud to offer:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision starting Day 1)
• Weekly pay with consistent, reliable scheduling
• Competitive compensation packages
• Travel stipends for eligible candidates
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hands-on recruiter support throughout your assignment
• Fast, streamlined onboarding process

 
Ready to get started?
Apply today and I’ll connect with you within 1 business day to walk through the details.


Paige Howard