RN - 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: Monday–Friday | 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.