RN - Travel

Action Staffing Solutions Inc. is a JCAHO-accredited, certified Woman-Owned/Minority-Owned small business providing high-quality healthcare staffing services nationwide. We are committed to excellence in patient care and dedicated to supporting our healthcare professionals.

Job Overview:
We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team in correctional healthcare settings across Colorado . This is a unique opportunity to provide meaningful care to underserved populations while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The Correctional Registered Nurse provides skilled nursing care within a correctional facility.
This role supports incarcerated inmates.

Shifts: Mon-Wed 0600-1920; Thur-Sat 0600-1920; Sat-Mon 0600-1920.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical documentation.
• Provide standardized patient education in accordance with established nursing guidelines.
• Transcribe and communicate medical orders during shift changes.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information.
• Deliver direct patient care, including physical treatments and medication administration (PO, IM, IV, SQ, SL).
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement and support individualized treatment plans.
• Apply infection control practices and crisis intervention techniques.
• Conduct patient interviews, triage assessments, and respond to urgent and emergent situations.
• Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures.
• Monitor, order, and restock medications and medical supplies as needed.
• Observe and report patients' physical and emotional conditions, including responses to medications and treatments.
• Perform comprehensive physical and behavioral health assessments using established nursing protocols.
• Promote and uphold a safe and secure clinical environment, including careful control of medications, sharps, instruments, and other sensitive medical items.
• Operate clinical equipment appropriate to the assigned unit.
• Maintain knowledge of all applicable life safety policies and procedures.
• Report safety or security concerns promptly through established documentation channels.

Qualifications:

• Must have one full year of experience as a Registered Nurse
• Corrections experience is desired
• Must have an unencumbered nursing license for Colorado, or Compact status
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to successfully complete a thorough, law-enforcement run background check
• Must be able to physically complete a required, four-day self-defense course
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunities to make a real impact in public health
• Supportive, mission-driven team
• Flexible work environments across various Colorado locations

Ready to make a difference in correctional healthcare?
Note: This job description provides a general overview and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or qualifications.