RN - Correctional Medicine

Adelphi is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing services at a facility in Perquimans County, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have experience caring for adolescents in a structured setting and must be comfortable working independently while collaborating with direct care staff.

JOB QUICK FACTS:

• Reference #: BD-682-17

• Profession: Nursing

• Specialty: Adolescent/Pediatric/School/Public Health/Correctional-Juvenile/Emergency Nursing

• Location: Perquimans County, North Carolina.

• Facility Type: Secure Juvenile Justice Environment

• Patient Population: Adolescents

• Job Type: Contract

• Schedule: Monday-Friday | Day Shift | 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Start Date: Immediate

• Compensation: $45–$50/hr

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited/approved nursing program.

• Active RN license valid to practice in North Carolina.

• Experience in adolescent,pediatric, school, public health, correctional, or emergency nursing.

• Ability to function independently and follow established medical protocols.

• Comfortable serving as the sole on-site nurse during portions of the shift.

• Ability to work closely and effectively with direct care staff.

• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Teams or WebEx.

• Comfortable working in a secure juvenile environment with multiple locked areas.

• Complete required virtual/in-person orientation and on-site facility tour.

• Complete required contractor, IT, confidentiality, and PREA documentation/training.

• Comply with facility security requirements, including no personal cell phones.

• Must store personal items in clear bags/containers; no glass items permitted.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide safe nursing care to adolescents in a secure setting.

• Serve independently as the sole on-site nurse during portions of the shift.

• Follow established medical protocols in the delivery of nursing services.

• Work closely with direct care staff to support juvenile healthcare needs.

• Use available support while maintaining independent on-site nursing responsibility.

• Maintain compliance with facility, security, and confidentiality requirements.

• Participate in required orientation & facility-specific training prior to assignment.