Correctional RNs in Arlington, VA; All Shifts

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Correctional RN works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, correctional officers, and administrators to ensure the well‑being of the incarcerated population. The Correctional RN utilizes their knowledge to address the specific challenges and limitations of the correctional environment while providing care to their patient population. This care includes both routine and emergency health care in a correctional facility setting.

Location:

Arlington, VA
Contract Length: 26 Weeks

Schedule:

Rotating 36/48, Every Other Weekend
Start Dates: 1/26

• Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
• Minimum of one year of correctional health care experience preferred
• 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

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join a correctional healthcare team on a 26‑week contract. This role requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a secure, fast‑paced environment. Candidates must have prior corrections experience to be considered.

This position follows a strict rotating 36/48 schedule. Candidates must be able to work the exact rotation below:

Week 1:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Week 2:
Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

This rotation repeats every two weeks and includes every other weekend.

• Active RN license
• Corrections experience required or similar
• Ability to work the rotating schedule without exceptions

• Local (within 50 miles): $50/hour
• Travel (over 50 miles): $25/hour with $1,400 stipend weekly ($2,300 or $2,700 weekly)

• 26‑week contract
• Opportunities to extend for an additional contract
• Option to transition to internal staff after completion of the initial term
• 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.