RN - Correctional

Registered Nurse - Correctional Medicine

Adelphi is seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RN) to provide professional nursing services in a facility in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will care for adolescents in a structured environment and must be comfortable working independently with direct care staff during part of the shift.

Job Quick Facts:

Reference #: BD-682-12

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Adolescent/Pediatric/School/Public Health/Correctional/Emergency Nursing

Location: New Hanover County, North Carolina

Facility Type: Secure Residential Healthcare Environment

Patient Population: Adolescents

Shift: MondayFriday | Day Shift | 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.

Start Date: ASAP

Compensation: $45$50/hr

Requirements:

Active North Carolina RN license

Current BLS certification

Experience in adolescent, pediatric, school, public health, correctional-juvenile, and/or emergency nursing

Ability to function independently as the sole medical provider on-site, following established medical protocols

Competence with EHR systems and virtual meeting platforms (Microsoft Teams or WebEx)

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Must attend required orientation (schedule provided upon selection), either in person or online with camera on

Comfortable working in a secure, access-controlled environment

Able to work without personal cell phone access during shifts

Must comply with facility security protocols and clear-bag policy

Responsibilities:

Provide nursing care within the full scope of RN practice for adolescents.

Administer medications and treatments safely and in compliance with regulations.

Monitor and document patient health status.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records.

Collaborate with direct care staff to ensure continuity of care.

Utilize telehealth equipment and participate in virtual consultations and meetings.

Support health, safety, and wellness in a secure environment.

Complete facility orientation and ongoing required training.

Willingness to complete mandatory PREA-related training and contractor compliance documentation prior to start.