Corrections Registered Nurse (RN)

?? Correctional RN Travel/Local Contract Opportunity - Tiptonville, TN

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity in corrections? We are seeking a dedicated Correctional RN to join a Male Medium Security Facility in Tiptonville, Tennessee on a 13-week contract with excellent pay and the potential to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Position Details

?? Location: Tiptonville, TN

?? Setting: Male Medium Security Correctional Facility

?? Start Date: ASAP

? Contract Length: 13 Weeks

?? Hours: 36 Hours Per Week

Pay Packages

? Travel RN: Up to $2,244/week

• Taxable Rate: $25/hr.

• Meals Stipend: $483/week

• Housing Stipend: $861/week

? Local RN: $55/hr.

• Estimated Gross: $1,980/week

Responsibilities

As a Correctional Registered Nurse , you will work alongside healthcare professionals, correctional officers, and facility administrators to provide both routine and emergency nursing care within a secure correctional environment. You will play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of the incarcerated population while navigating the unique challenges of correctional healthcare.

Requirements

? Active Tennessee RN License (or compact license eligible for practice in TN)

? Minimum 1 year of RN experience required

? Correctional or Psychiatric Nursing experience preferred

? Current CPR Certification (if applicable)

? TB Questionnaire, PPD, or Chest X-Ray (if applicable)

? Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

? Must be at least 18 years old

Why Corrections?

? Consistent schedule

? Unique and rewarding clinical experience

? Opportunity to serve an underserved population

? Competitive travel and local compensation packages

?? Interested? Apply today! This position is expected to fill quickly!

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Nursing

Job Function: Nursing | RN | RN - Corrections

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Corrections

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0672

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2244 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-08-26T15:38:23