Registered Nurse

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to provide essential healthcare services at Chesapeake Juvenile Services .


As a Registered Nurse in this role, you will do more than deliver clinical care. You will make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth during a critical time in their development. This Registered Nurse position is ideal for someone who brings strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and a genuine passion for serving others.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work supporting the health and rehabilitation of youth
• Stable, full-time City employment
• Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement ( VRS ), and paid leave
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Role with purpose, responsibility, and direct community impact

What You'll Do

• Provide direct nursing care as a Registered Nurse in a secure juvenile services setting
• Complete admission physicals and health assessments
• Conduct sick call and respond to medical needs
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions
• Implement physician orders and coordinate follow-up care
• Provide emergency medical response as needed
• Assess resident complaints and determine appropriate treatment or referral
• Deliver medication education and health counseling to residents
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and staff
• Maintain accurate medical records, logs, and documentation
• Monitor and maintain inventory of medical supplies and medications
• Prepare medical discharge summaries, as needed

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned personnel as a Registered Nurse
• Conduct and participate in staff meetings to support communication and problem-solving
• Provide health-related training to staff

Why This Role Matters



As a Registered Nurse , you will be a trusted, steady presence for youth who need both clinical care and compassion. Your work will directly support their health, safety, and overall well-being while contributing to a structured and supportive environment.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires graduation from an RN diploma program or an associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.


EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.


SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR , BLS , and First Aid certifications.
• Relevant experience in delivering clinical care within secure environments, ambulatory care settings, or public health, particularly involving pediatric and adolescent patients.