How much does a Correctional Nurse make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Correctional Nurse salary in Los Angeles, CA is $71,123 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $63,802 and $81,306. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Correctional Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $57,137 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $63,802 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $71,123 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $81,306 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $90,578 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
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CORRECTIONAL NURSE

Clear Creek County, Colorado - Georgetown, CO

What is a Correctional Nurse ?

Correctional nursing, sometimes called forensic nursing, is a specialized field of nursing that involves caring for the medical and mental health needs of detainees and inmates. These nurses work in a variety of settings such as jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers. In these correctional settings, nurses are the primary healthcare providers....

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Job Openings for Correctional Nurse in Los Angeles, CA
Supplemental Health Care is seeking a travel nurse Correctional for a travel nursing job in Castaic, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Correctional Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks Employment Type: Travel Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is a Best of Staffing winner and nationwide healthcare staffing agency. For our correctional nurses, that means experienced support from our Corrections Healthcare Division to assist you in every step of finding your next job. Were currently hiring in Castaic, California to support corrections facilities in need of RNs. Corrections RN Contract Details: - Position: RN - Correctional Nursing - $2,500 - $2,759 per week - 13-week contract with possibility of extension - PM shift available - Duties will include but are not limited to medication administration, immunizations, admissions, and emergency first aid - Travel pay packages including housing and meals allowance are available With SHC, youll have a dedic
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Supplemental Health Care is seeking a travel nurse Correctional for a travel nursing job in Los Angeles, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Correctional Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks Employment Type: Travel Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is a national hiring partner for facilities across the United States. Our Correctional Healthcare Division works with facilities in 34 states to hire for thousands of correctional healthcare roles every year. Currently, were helping correctional facilities in Los Angeles, California that urgently need RNs to provide care. Corrections RN Contract Details: - Position: RN - Correctional Nursing - $2,500 - $2,759 per week - 13-week contract with possibility of extension - NOC shift available - Duties will include but are not limited to medication administration, immunizations, admissions, and emergency first aid - Travel pay packages including housing and meals allowance are available With SHC, youll have
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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN/LVNOutpatient Location: Beverly Hills , CA Start Date: 05/06/2024 Shift: 5x8 Days Setting:Outpatient Apply online or contact us ASAP for more information on this great opportunity! Anders Group is looking for a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse LPN/LVN Outpatient to fill a current need in CA. 2+ years of experience is preferred, but not always required. Please contact for details. Requirements Graduate from an accredited school State License required/registration where applicable Additional requirements may also be provided during interview Additional Information Anders Group offers fulfilling assignments and rewarding compensation packages, nationwide! We offer the following benefits from day one: Health Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Licensure Reimbursement Premium Pay Packages CEU Reimbursements Daily Per Diems Travel Reimbursements Rental Car Allowances Continuing Education Resources Referral Bonus And Many More! Please call 877.343.1607 for more info
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St. Francis Medical Center - Lynwood , CA
Overview: St. Francis Medical Center is one of the leading comprehensive healthcare institutions serving Southeast Los Angeles. St. Francis is dedicated to providing vital healthcare services for the 700,000 adults and 300,000 children who count on the hospital for high quality and compassionate medical care. St. Francis is recognized for its full range of diagnostic and treatment services in specialties including Cardiovascular, Surgical, Orthopedics, Maternal-Child Health, Behavioral Health and Emergency and Trauma Care.? In addition, the hospital offers a broad array of education and outreach programs that advance community health. St. Francis Medical Center is a Certified Primary Stroke Center, Approved STEMI Receiving Center for Los Angeles County and designated Baby-Friendly healthcare facility by Baby-Friendly USA. Please visit www.stfrancismedicalcenter.comfor more information. Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compas
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Rio Hondo Subacute and Nursing Center - Montebello , CA
Are you looking for your new career? Rio Hondo Subacute Nursing Center is now hiring a Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) to be the newest member of our awesome team! Now Hiring for: All Shifts! Salary Range: starting at $34.00-$39.00 per hour. New Start Bonus: (Sign on Bonus $4,000 in 3 increments - 1st installment 90days - 25%; 2nd installment 180days - 25%; 3rd and final 360days - 50%) Are you ready to contribute to a team, committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual's unique talent? If yes, how you will contribute to the team: As a Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN), you will put resident service first and ensure that residents and their families receive the highest quality care. Under the direction of a registered nurse, you will deliver a full range of nursing care. This includes but not limited to: Admitting, transferring, and discharging residents; Conducting daily rounds to observe the residen
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Catered Manor Nursing Center - Long Beach , CA
Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) Position Summary: Provides and oversees patient care and services safely Qualifications: Currently CA license in good standing 2+ years' experience in long-term care preferred CPR and First Aid certified Outstanding communication skills Positive, professional and calm demeanor in all work-related situations Responsibilities: Observes, reports and documents/charting on patient conditions Administers medications in accordance with physician orders Takes and records temperatures, respiration and pulse Sets up treatment trays, prepares instruments and/or other equipment, as needed Maintains working knowledge of assigned patient's conditions at all times Reviews reports from previous shifts to determine changes in status of residents and assigns various duties to C.N.A.'s or other nursing personnel Turns over accurate records and ensures oncoming shift nurses are updated Responsible for notifying Director of Nursing Services (DNS) and/or Adminis
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