Registered Nurse, Correctional Health
About The Position
The mission of Anoka County Community Corrections is Working to Build a Safer Community. The department has an immediate opening for a Registered Nurse, Correctional Health, who is responsible for providing medical services to individuals housed in a juvenile detention center (the Anoka County Juvenile Center). This setting serves adolescents sentenced to a period of incarceration, creating a unique opportunity to support both individual health and long‑term community safety. We have both secure and non-secure programs; the non-secure setting also serves youth involved with social services. The Registered Nurse, Correctional Health delivers direct, patient‑centered care to an incarcerated population, including assessment, triage, medication administration, and management of a wide range of health needs. The nurse collaborates with medical providers, mental health staff, and corrections personnel to ensure continuity of care within the facility. Emphasis is placed on health education and connecting patients with community resources to promote successful reintegration. Step into a role that offers professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals working toward stability, rehabilitation, and a successful return to the community.
Requirements
- Requires a bachelor’s degree.
- At least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
- Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
- Successfully pass driver’s license background check.
- Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health care, or closely related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience working with underserved populations.
- Job-related experience in a correctional health setting.
- Job-related experience in a clinical setting.
- Job-related experience with adolescents.
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
- Perform assessments of inmates in settings such as intake/booking, health assessments and administering Mantoux, chronic care, medical unit, and emergencies throughout the facility.
- Assess sick calls/Kites including Alcohol (CIWA) and Drug (COWS) withdrawals.
- Review and assess prescribed medications brought in by inmates, coordinate and administer medication and treatment to inmates.
- Verify inmate medication list with pharmacy and call site provider for orders to initiate as directed.
- Arrange for additional health care, including appointments for dental, medical, psychological, laboratory and other treatment modes.
- Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner.
- Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
- Train correctional officers and staff regarding medical procedures.
- Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills.
Benefits
- 24 days of paid flexible time off
- up to 12.5 paid holidays
- Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits
- Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees
- Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
- Advancement/professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
