Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)

NaphCare is seeking an experienced and motivated Charge Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-Time Night Shift to join our dynamic healthcare team at the Washoe County Jail in Reno, Nevada. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care while supporting and guiding clinical staff. Pay range: $47.37-$50.00/hour (includes shift differential)

As a Correctional Charge RN, you will play a vital leadership role by overseeing nursing operations during your shift, supporting and coordinating nursing staff, and collaborating closely with correctional officers and healthcare professionals to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.

This role offers the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population with complex medical and mental health needs while building strong leadership and clinical decision-making skills. No two shifts are the same, making this an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking meaningful work, professional growth, and the chance to truly make an impact.

If you are looking for a rewarding nursing leadership role where your experience, critical thinking, and compassion will be valued every day, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that is transforming correctional healthcare.

The Charge Registered Nurse coordinates shift activities and performs a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, managing emergencies, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and procedures. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories
• Conducting daily clinical rounds, providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state if Nevada

• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
• Two years of full time RN experience with knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed
• Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our RNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube

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