Registered Nurse-PM
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care in a correctional setting, including patient assessments, medication administration, treatments, and emergency response. The RN collaborates with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans, educates patients about health conditions, and monitors their progress. The role supports a safe and effective healthcare environment and ensures compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and infection control standards. This is a full-time position at the Lynwood Jail in Lynnwood, Washington, with 12-hour night shifts. The listed salary range is $54.00–$62.00 per hour; placement on the scale depends on the candidate’s job-related experience. MEDIKO provides healthcare to underserved populations in correctional facilities and partners with jail systems to deliver care. The organization emphasizes building trust and maintaining personal connections with patients, employees, and client partners.
Requirements
- Current, valid state licensure, certificate, and/or credentials documenting the ability to practice as an RN.
- 1–3 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Active CPR/BLS certification approved under American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.
- Ability to manage time effectively, follow protocols, and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced, structured environment.
Nice To Haves
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in healthcare, nursing, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Experience in correctional healthcare or a similar environment is preferred.
- Experience in roles involving direct patient care or administrative support in a regulated environment is preferred.
- Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to correctional settings is an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a correctional setting.
- Conduct patient assessments.
- Administer medications and treatments.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educate patients about health conditions.
- Monitor patient progress.
- Help maintain a safe and effective healthcare environment.
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and infection control standards.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid portion of maternity leave
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays and floating holidays
- Tuition reimbursement assistance
- Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free virtual continuing education and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
