Corrections Facility Registered Nurse | Des Plaines, Illinois

A skilled Registered Nurse with experience in medical-surgical nursing is needed for a contract position at a correctional healthcare facility in Des Plaines, IL. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment where nursing expertise supports the care of incarcerated patients within a correctional setting. Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced schedule and the unique demands of correctional health services.

Shift and Schedule:

• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (11:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.)
• Every other weekend required (2 weekends per month)
• Guaranteed 36 hours weekly
• RTO (request time off) limited to 5 days monthly without exceeding 2 consecutive days; no RTO allowed on holidays, the day before or after holidays, or on weekends
• Mandatory floating within facility departments as needed

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license required (no pending licenses accepted)
• Minimum 2 years recent acute care experience in medical-surgical nursing
• Previous correctional facility nursing experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Must live within 75 miles of the facility; local candidates preferred

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients within the correctional healthcare unit
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Adhere to all safety and security protocols specific to correctional settings
• Utilize electronic health records for documentation (Cerner system)

Facility and Location: This correctional health facility offers a unique nursing environment with no-cost, first-come, first-served parking. Nurses wear navy blue scrubs and experience a stable schedule. Des Plaines, IL, is a suburban city known for its convenient transportation links, diverse community, and proximity to Chicago, offering a balanced lifestyle for professionals.

This contract opportunity is ideal for RNs seeking to apply acute care skills within a correctional setting while benefiting from a structured schedule and guaranteed hours. Apply now to bring your nursing expertise to an impactful and essential healthcare role.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.