• RN Corrections

    Amergis (Fort Dodge, IA)


    Corrections RN – 2nd Shift (ASAP Start) – Fort Dodge, IA

     

    Job Type: ContractShift: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)Hours: 40 hours per weekSchedule: Every other weekend requiredLocation: Fort Dodge, IAStart Date: ASAP

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time correctional facility assignment in Fort Dodge, IA. This role is ideal for nurses who thrive in a structured, fast-paced environment and are committed to providing high-quality care to an underserved population.

    Pay

    + Local Candidates: $58/hour

    + Travel Package: $2,600/week

    + Must live 50+ miles from the facility to qualify

    Responsibilities

    + Provide direct nursing care within a correctional setting

    + Conduct assessments and administer medications

    + Respond to medical emergencies

    + Collaborate with onsite medical and security staff

    + Maintain accurate and timely documentation

    Requirements

    + Active Iowa RN license or compact license

    + Current BLS certification

    + Minimum 1 year of RN experience (corrections experience preferred)

    + Ability to work every other weekend

    + Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills

    Benefits of This Assignment

    + Consistent 40-hour workweeks

    + Competitive pay packages

    + Opportunity to gain or expand corrections experience

    + Supportive clinical and administrative team

     

    The Correctional RN works in collaboration with otherhealthcare professionals, correctional officers, and administrators to ensurethe well-being of the incarcerated population. The Correctional RN utilizes their knowledge to address the specificchallenges and limitations of the correctional environment while providing careto their patient population. This careincludes both routine and emergency health care in a correctional facilitysetting.

    Minimum Requirements:

    + Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which thenurse practices

    + Minimum of one year of correctional health care experiencepreferred

    + Current CPR if applicable

    + TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

    + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.