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Looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity in a secure corrections environment? Join a leading facility in Columbus, Ohio, offering competitive pay, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy the stability of a full-time contract with start date 05/18/2026, working night shifts (19:00 - 07:30) in a dynamic, fast-paced setting, with the potential for varied assignments across Oncology Medical-Surgical units.
Quick Facts
Location: Columbus, OH
Start Date: 05/18/2026
End Date: 09/07/2026
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)
Hours/Week: 36 hours
Employment Type: Contract
Licensure/Certs: BLS (required), Oncology experience preferred but not required, EPIC charting experience required
Experience: Prior nursing experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, or oncology nursing preferred
Pay & Benefits
Pay package discussed upon application ($59.18/hour)
Weekly pay via direct deposit
Competitive medical benefits (W-2)
Robust referral bonus program
Paid sick time in accordance with legal requirements
Reimbursements for licensure, certifications, travel, and other eligible expenses
24/7 dedicated support team committed to your success
What You’ll Do
Provide direct patient care to adult inmates in a secure corrections environment with active oncology diagnoses
Float to various Oncology Medical-Surgical units as needed, managing complex patient conditions
Administer medications, IV therapy, and monitor cardiac telemetry, including dysrhythmias
Assist with procedures such as feeding tube management, hemodialysis, and respiratory support (CPAP/BIPAP)
Document patient care accurately using EPIC and Pyxis medication system
Ensure staff safety and patient safety within a locked correctional setting
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including pharmacy, radiology, social services, and respiratory therapy
What You Need
Valid Nursing License in Ohio or eligible for reciprocity
BLS certification (required)
Experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, or oncology nursing preferred
EPIC charting experience is required
Strong skills in telemetry monitoring, IV therapy, medication administration, and patient safety
Ability to adapt to a correctional environment and a rotating shift schedule
About the Assignment
This assignment involves working in a correctional health unit managed by Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections. The unit features secure, locked facilities with controlled access, and requires nurses to provide compassionate, expert care to adult inmates with oncology and other complex health needs. The role requires flexibility across different units, with a focus on safety, documentation accuracy, and patient-centered care.
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