Registered Nurse Behavioral Health - Reception and Treatment Center

Registered Nurse Behavioral Health

Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $50.000/hour

Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked

Shift: 0700 - 1700

Job Description:

Provides nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions, including but not limited to mental health disorders and substance abuse issues. The role involves performing assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and offering crisis intervention while maintaining safety and security within the facility.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising the work of others. Minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferably with a background in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing. Experience in a correctional or secure healthcare environment is highly preferred.

Other: Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training. Must submit to background security check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' Pre-service Training Program.

Benefits:

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)

Military leave

156% state-matched retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

79% employer paid health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance plans

Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!

Numerous training and development opportunities