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. In this position, you will deliver medical services to an incarcerated population, while gaining unique experience in correctional health. This role offers professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in both patient care and community safety. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will begin the week of February 16th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Requirements
- Requires a bachelor’s degree.
- At least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- 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 or closely related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Previous job-related experience in a correctional health setting.
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, sick call, chronic care, medical unit, and emergencies throughout the facility.
- Review and assess prescribed medications brought in by inmates, coordinate and administer medication and treatment to inmates.
- 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 and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
- Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits .
- Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
- 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
Entry Level
