Travel Nurse RN - Correctional - $55 to $63 per hour in Nashville, TN

Registered Nurse (RN) | Correctional
Location: Nashville, TN
Agency: GSK SOLUTIONS INC
Pay: $55 to $63 per hour
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Corrections Healthcare team on a travel assignment. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and excellent decision-making skills to provide quality patient care while supervising nursing staff in a correctional healthcare setting.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Staff Supervision

• Supervise the application of nursing techniques required for patient care and treatment.
• Advise nursing staff regarding policies, procedures, and clinical practices.
• Observe employee performance to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Identify exceptional performance through observation and staff discussions.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Resolve employee conflicts in accordance with organizational policies.
• Implement corrective actions when necessary, including counseling, written warnings, and disciplinary recommendations.

Patient Care & Clinical Services

• Provide nursing care according to physician orders, nursing protocols, and established standards of care.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and evaluate potential side effects.
• Perform Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, and emergency response procedures.
• Participate in emergency response situations and crisis interventions.
• Conduct ongoing physical and mental health assessments and monitoring.

Planning & Coordination

• Prioritize nursing responsibilities based on patient needs, urgency, and scheduled activities.
• Coordinate care activities to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluate nursing care plans and make appropriate adjustments as needed.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Review medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Prepare nursing staff schedules and work assignments.
• Participate in recruitment activities, including interviewing and evaluating prospective employees.
• Assess candidates' qualifications and recommend applicants for hire.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required
• Previous correctional healthcare, behavioral health, Acute Care or supervisory experience required
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Strong assessment, communication, and leadership skills