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Overnight Corrections Nurse | RN/LPN | Billerica, MA


Company : Amergis


Location : Billerica, MA


Created : 2026-02-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Correctional Facility RN Needed Billerica, Massachusetts Contract Position Full Time Overnight Shift Amergis Healthcare Staffing is proud to partner with a respected correctional facility in Billerica, MA, to support essential nursing services within a secure and medically supervised environment. We are currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with correctional or psychiatric experience to join the team on a full-time contract. This role offers consistent overnight hours within a structured clinical setting, providing care to an underserved population and collaborating closely with experienced onsite medical staff. Position Overview As the correctional RN, you will provide direct nursing care to incarcerated individuals, perform comprehensive assessments, assist with medication administration, and support emergency response needs. This position plays a key role in promoting safety, stability, and continuity of care within a correctional environment. Location: Billerica, MA Start Date: March 9th Contract Length: 6 months to start, with strong potential for extension Schedule: Tuesdayu2013Saturday, 11:00 PM u2013 7:00 AM Hours: Full time Pay Rate: $60/hr local $2,650 weekly travel stipend available A thorough orientation will be provided to support a smooth transition into the correctional setting. Key Responsibilities + Administer medications and assist with medical treatments + Conduct triage, risk assessments, and respond to medical emergencies + Apply surgical dressings and bandages as needed + Monitor and document vital signs accurately and timely + Collect specimens for diagnostic testing + Document all care in accordance with facility procedures + Report patient reactions and changes in medical condition + Provide patient education and support discharge or transfer planning + Foster a safe, therapeutic, and professional care environment + Collaborate with physicians and perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications + Active MA RN license or proof of application + Minimum 1 year of correctional healthcare or psychiatric experience + Current CPR certification + Current health certificate (as required by state or contract regulation) If you're committed to delivering high-quality care within a secure clinical environment and want to support a population with complex medical needs, weu2019d love to speak with you Contact Steph Kolanko Amergis Healthcare Staffing Government Services Call/Text: 781-400-8297 Email: 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.