Registered Nurse Advanced Practice
About The Position
Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate RN Advanced Practice to join their clinical team at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA. This role provides advanced nursing care to an adult correctional population, ensuring high-quality medical services within a secure and supportive environment. The ideal candidate is a collaborative healthcare professional who demonstrates sound clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering patient-centered care. DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues. DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.
Requirements
- Possession of a current Louisiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or a temporary permit.
- NOTE: The temporary APRN permit allows an APRN applicant to work in a limited capacity for up to 120 days while awaiting review for full APRN licensure by the nursing board.
- An APRN applicant cannot medically diagnose or medically manage patients until they are licensed and have prescriptive authority.
- If the APRN license is not received within the 120-day period and the permit expires, the employee must be removed from the position.
Responsibilities
- Performing advanced nursing assessments and managing treatment plans for individuals with acute and chronic medical needs
- Delivering primary and preventive healthcare services following established clinical guidelines
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and support overall facility operations
- Maintaining accurate medical documentation and adhering to all regulatory, safety, and ethical standards
- Contributing to a respectful, professional, and mission-driven healthcare environment
Benefits
- defined benefit pension plan
- health insurance that is also available post-retirement
- at least 10 paid holidays
- sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year
- paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week
- a deferred compensation plan
- a flexible benefits plan
- alternate work schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
