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Correctional Registered Nurse
Chicago, Illinois
Cermak Health Services of Cook County

$1,897-2,330/week

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Correctional) - Illinois, Chicago

Position Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med/Surg, Correctional)
Job Title: Correctional RN
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (2 weekends per month)
Call Requirements: None
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
Floating: Mandatory float within scope as required by facility
Local Candidates: Accepted and preferred (must live within 75 miles)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Experience & Qualifications

Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years recent acute care experience in Medical/Surgical nursing (Correctional experience preferred)
Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS)
License: Valid Registered Nurse license for Illinois

Work Environment

Correctional facility setting
Charting system: Cerner
Scrub color: Navy Blue
Parking: Free, first come first serve

Scheduling & Time Off

Request Time Off (RTO) allowed up to 5 days max, no more than 2 consecutive days
No RTO on holidays, weekends, or the day before/after a holiday

Required Documentation & Compliance

Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
Social Security Card
Background Check within 12 months covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years; updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
Physical exam within 12 months, signed by PA, NP, DO, or MD
Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) within 1 year, updated annually
Immunizations and health screenings including:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years or signed declination
- Negative TB test (QGold or TSPOT) within 12 months, updated annually
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
- Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer
Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 90 days of start, updated annually
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 1)
Medication/Pharmacology competency exam and other competency exams as required (to be completed within 12 months of start)
Facility-specific forms and rules of behavior must be completed prior to start, including PREA clearance (time sensitive)

Additional Notes

No pending licenses accepted
Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
Candidates must be prepared to float as needed within the facility
Local candidates preferred but travel nurses are welcome

This role is ideal for RNs with acute care Med/Surg experience interested in working in a correctional healthcare environment on a travel contract basis.

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.

Weather

Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.

Transportation

Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).

Demographics

Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.

Things to Do

Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.

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