Juvenile Center Registered Nurse

Allen County Government • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Not your typical nursing role. Not your typical patients.
If you became a nurse to make a real difference, this is the kind of position that reminds you why you chose this profession in the first place.
At the Allen County Juvenile Center, you won’t be working in a crowded hospital or routine clinic setting. Instead, you’ll provide essential medical care to at-risk youth in a secure detention environment — young people who often have limited access to consistent healthcare and need strong, compassionate advocates.
Here, your skills do more than treat symptoms. They stabilize lives.
What Makes This Role Unique
• You serve a vulnerable population that truly depends on you
• You build trust with youth who may not have experienced reliable care before
• You collaborate closely with physicians, mental health professionals, and court personnel
• You practice full-spectrum nursing — assessments, treatment, coordination, education, and emergency response
• You go home knowing your work mattered in a very real way
This is meaningful, community-impact nursing.

Requirements

• RN license in good standing (Indiana)
• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher
• At least one year of nursing experience
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Strong assessment skills and calm decision-making in urgent situations
• Compassion, professionalism, and resilience

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments for detained youth
• Administer medications and treatments
• Run daily sick call and respond to urgent care needs
• Assist with weekly physician clinic
• Coordinate outside medical, dental, and psychiatric care
• Communicate with families and facility staff regarding health concerns
• Provide First Aid and CPR training to staff
• Maintain medical records and health supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree