Registered Nurse (RN) - Juvenile Corrections: Downey, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) - Juvenile Corrections | Downey, CA

We are seeking a dedicated Correctional Registered Nurse (RN) for a 16-week travel assignment in Downey, CA! This position offers an immediate opportunity to join a specialized clinical team providing care within a juvenile court health services/correctional facility setting. Interviews are being conducted ASAP.

Position Overview

• Role: Registered Nurse (RN) - Juvenile Corrections
• Location: Downey, CA
• Shift / Hours: Day Shift (5x8s, 06001430, 40 hours/week)
• Assignment Duration: 16 Weeks
• Pay Range: $1,832.81 $2,156.25 per week

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical nursing care and comprehensive patient assessments tailored to the juvenile correctional health population.
• Perform routine and diagnostic phlebotomy (blood draws) efficiently and accurately.
• Manage clinical care independently while working comfortably within a locked forensic environment with frequent interactions with law enforcement personnel.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to support youth managing mood, anxiety, and behavioral conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of inpatient experience as a Correctional Registered Nurse.
  • Experience with juvenile incarcerated populations struggling with behavioral/mood conditions is highly preferred.
  • A background combining clinical experience in Medical-Surgical, Emergency Room (ER), Psychiatric, and/or Correctional Health settings is strongly desired.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in phlebotomy (blood draws).
• Licensure: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• Certifications Required:
  • AHA BLS
  • MAB or CPI
  • LA City Fire and Life Safety card (must be LA City certified)
• Clearance: Completion of the LA County Employee Health Clearance prior to assignment start date.

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Telehealth Services
• Dedicated Support
• Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit

Who We Are NuWest places healthcare professionals in some of the most competitive markets, at award-winning facilities, earning top pay. Whether you're ready for your next travel experience, looking to take a local assignment, wanting to explore shift or per diem work, or interested in seeing what permanent or temp-to-hire roles are available, our award-winning NuWest team has you covered. What We Believe We believe our 30+ years of experience makes a difference in your healthcare job search. We believe one size does not fit all, so we carefully match your unique needs and strengths with our top hospitals and health systems. We believe in long-term relationships over transactional exchanges. And we believe that better workforce solutions lead to better patient care, safer working conditions, and healthier communities. What You Can Expect NuWest is committed to your overall satisfactionto meeting and exceeding your expectations.

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