Behavioral Health RN | Weekly Pay

Ranked by Forbes, Amergis Healthcare Staffing is among the Best Temporary Staffing Firms for 2024.

Position: Corrections Registered Nurse (RN)

Benefits: Weekly pay, full benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and 401(k)

Requirements: Current RN license; minimum 1 year of corrections, psychiatric, or behavioral health experience (hospital, inpatient, outpatient, or similar)

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Eric Stewart

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Job Description:

The Correctional RN works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, correctional officers, and administrators to ensure the well-being of the incarcerated population. The Correctional RN utilizes their knowledge to address the specific challenges and limitations of the correctional environment while providing care to their patient population. This care includes both routine and emergency health care in a correctional facility setting.

This position requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to coordinate comprehensive patient care. The PMH RN will work with individuals, families, and communities to provide holistic care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for patients with psychiatric and behavioral health needs

• Monitor changes in patient condition and communicate with physicians for necessary orders

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and behavioral specialists to ensure patient safety and well-being

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records

• Adhere to all professional standards, including Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Nursing Practice, and accrediting body requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in practicing state

• Current CPR certification (if applicable)

• TB questionnaire, PPD test, or chest x-ray (if applicable)

• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits:

• Weekly pay

• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)

• Flexible scheduling

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Corrections

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Corrections

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0672

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $42 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-02-18T15:54:33