Travel Nurse RN - Correctional - $1,956 per week in Watonga, OK

Company: Cynet Health
Location: Watonga
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Correctional Location: Watonga, OK Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,956 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/9/2026 About the Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Registered Nurse Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 36 hours/week guaranteed Experience: One year of professional nursing experience preferred License: Current licensure in the state of employment Certifications: Valid driver's license required Must-Have: Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing. Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care. This includes executing Licensed Independent Provider's orders. Dispensing and administering medications is part of the role. The RN assists the Licensed Independent Provider in examinations and treatment of patients. Nursing and supervisory techniques are applied in the care and treatment of inmates/residents. Perform all technical and clinical procedures within the scope of education and licensure. Appropriate nursing skills are applied in the area and treatment of inmates/residents. Attend sick calls with the physician to see inmates/residents. Prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined. Prepare the examining room and equipment. Operate pill call, dispense medication, and document as required by applicable policies. Contact Licensed Independent Providers for medication and treatment orders. Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries. Refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as needed. Perform emergency procedures as required and notify the Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders. Assist in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel. Schedule inmate/residents for appointments and ensure their needs are addressed. Monitor inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate. Provide guidance, supervision, and monitoring of nursing care provided by licensed vocational and practical nursing staff. Maintain a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. Utilize established policies and procedures in decision-making while exercising sound independent judgment. Regularly evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of those services. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Assist with the review of medical files to ensure that all provided services are documented. Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses. Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required. Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially regarding controlled substances. Observe and record inmate/resident behavior. Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband. Securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment as necessary. Provide health counseling and education on an individual or group basis as required. Assist in preparing and maintaining standard narrative, statistical, summary, or operational records and reports. Read, analyze, comprehend, and interpret medical and technical procedures and relevant documents. Review, process, and respond to lawsuits and attend court hearings when necessary. Evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements for a safe working environment. Facilitate, where applicable, accreditation by providing efficient and approved medical services. Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures. Take appropriate action in cases of serious incidents and emergencies. Escort inmates/residents or coordinate their movement for medical treatment. Perform searches of individuals and objects capable of concealing contraband. Engage in functions in confined areas, including working rotating shifts. Take appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations. Perform rescue functions during accidents, emergencies, and disasters. Administer basic emergency medical aid, secure, and evacuate individuals from confined areas. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam

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