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$42.30 - $54.87 / hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment</li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.</li><li>Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.</li><li>One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.</li><li>A valid driver's license is required.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

$41.80 - $54.19 / hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment</li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.</li><li>Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.</li><li>One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.</li><li>A valid driver's license is required.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

Ohio Per Diem / PRN Registered Nurse Jobs

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$42-55/hour

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$42-54/hour

PICU RN

$54/hour

ED RN

$53/hour

ED RN

$47/hour

Telemetry Registered Nurse

$45/hour

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Registered Nurse - Correctional

$42-55/hour

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$42-54/hour

PICU RN

$54/hour

ED RN

$53/hour

ED RN

$47/hour

Telemetry Registered Nurse

$45/hour

Related jobs

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room

$53-180/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care Float

$53-180/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

$53-180/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics

$53-180/hour

Thousands ofhealthcare jobsin your pocket

Discover our Ohio Per Diem / PRN Registered Nurse Community Hub

The Highest-Paying Metro for Nurses in Every State (2026 Update)

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Per Diem Nursing: Is It a Good Side Hustle for Nurses?

What Is Per Diem Nursing?

Thousands of
healthcare jobs
in your pocket