Registered Nurse or LPN

Registered Nurses eligible for $4,000 - $5,000 hiring bonus!

Licensed Practical Nurses eligible for $3,000 hiring bonus!


Join our team of corrections professionals with the ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation at James River Correctional Center (JRCC). We are looking for Registered Nurse (may fill with a Licensed Practical Nurse) to help provide care for the JRCC population. These position's total compensation includes single/family health insurance with no monthly premium cost to you! This position has a very competitive benefits package that includes retirement, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave that begins to accrue on day one, and more.


James River Correctional Center , in Jamestown ND, is a medium custody facility that houses male residents and is part of the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The JRCC mission is to provide a safe environment to learn and practice skills necessary to be successful in the community.


The individual will work as a team member in an infirmary/clinic setting and within the Medical and Psychiatric Service Program. The position requires a holistic approach to health care service with emphasis on health maintenance through patient education and positive self-initiative. Specific duties include but are not limited to provision of health care nursing to the resident population; dispensing medication; emergency nursing care; participation in behavioral management procedures and infection control; thorough documentation of patient care and medical records; and individual, group and wellness education.


To be considered for the RN position , you must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the ND Board of Nursing. Requires interpersonal and communication skills necessary to perform job duties and must have ability to work with an inmate population on a daily basis. Strong clinical skills required. Psychiatric, medical surgical, and critical care background preferred, but not necessary. Individual must be flexible and innovative in carrying out assigned responsibilities.


To be considered for the LPN position, you must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the North Dakota Board of Nursing or licensure in another state and meet the eligibility requirements for licensure in North Dakota. North Dakota licensure is a condition of employment, and the employing agency will verify and document licensure upon appointment.


Must successfully complete standard background, criminal record check, and drug screening.


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Application Procedures


All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:

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Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.

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Equal Employment Opportunity


The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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