Registered Nurse- Mental Health Care

Thrive Medical Services LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our correctional healthcare team at the Grant County Detention Center. This role provides direct patient care to an adult incarcerated population in a structured, team-oriented environment focused on safety, clinical quality, and compliance with state and national correctional healthcare standards.

The ideal candidate is a confident clinician who works well independently, communicates effectively with custody staff and providers, and is committed to delivering ethical, evidence-based care in a correctional setting.

Provide comprehensive nursing care, including sick call, intake screenings, medication administration, and chronic care support

Perform nursing assessments, triage, and clinical interventions within RN scope of practice

Administer medications safely and accurately in accordance with medication administration policies

Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate care with providers and custody staff

Document all patient care activities accurately in the electronic medical record

Assist with intake health screenings and ongoing health assessments

Follow infection control, safety, and emergency response protocols

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including providers, mental health staff, and administrative leadership

Maintain compliance with NCCHC, NMAC, and facility policies and procedures

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Mexico

Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (correctional, emergency, med-surg, or community health experience preferred)

Prior correctional healthcare experience

Experience with electronic medical records

Familiarity with NCCHC or similar correctional healthcare standards

Experience in emergency response, triage, or public health settings

Competitive hourly pay

Stable scheduling with 12-hour shifts

Opportunity to be part of a growing correctional healthcare organization

About Thrive Medical Services, LLC

Thrive Medical Services, LLC is a New Mexico-based correctional healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality medical, mental health, and substance use disorder services to county detention facilities. Our mission is to provide ethical, compliant, and patient-centered care while supporting our clinical staff with strong leadership and clear clinical protocols.