
RN - Corrections
Hiring bonus: up to $250 — Health Advocates Network pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Health Advocates Network
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Job type
- Contract
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.65
- Weekly
- $2,106
- Yearly (full-time)
- $109,512
This job pays about $52.65/hour — 22% below the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California ($67.44/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California right now
- 2,041 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in California from 7 agencies, 185 of them in Los Angeles.
- Pay in these listings: $17.79 – $152/hour, median $65.81/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in California: $67.44/hour ($140,275/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($73.03/hour across 357 jobs).
Job description
Registered Nurse (RN)– Los Angeles,CA
Local Pay: $52.65/hour - (W2)
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
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Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidates you refer.($800 referrer / $200 referee- Payable after 200 hours of work)
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Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
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Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Shift Details:
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8-Hours Shift
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Days, Weekends and Holidays
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40-Hours/week
Nursing Specialty: Correctional (Medication Assisted Treatment Program-MAT)
RN Duties & Responsibilities:
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RNs will be providing comprehensive nursing care to justice-involved individuals with opioid and other substance use disorders.
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The RNs is responsible for conducting comprehensive nursing assessments, intake screenings, withdrawal evaluations, and ongoing patient monitoring; administering and documenting FDA-approved MAT medications, monitoring patients for therapeutic response, adverse reactions, medication compliance, and signs of intoxication or withdrawal.
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The RNs provides individualized patient education regarding substance use disorders, medication adherence, overdose prevention, harm reduction strategies, relapse prevention, and continuity of care planning. Individuals should be comfortable working in a locked forensic environment with frequent interactions with law enforcement.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Current, valid, and unrestricted CA license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.
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Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Correctional Registered Nurse in-patient experience, preferably with a background in working with adult inmate patients who are incarcerated
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AHA BLS Certification
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MAB or CPI
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LA City Fire and Life Safety Card (must be LA City)
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Must complete the LA County Employee Health Clearance before assignment start date
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Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
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Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).
Benefits:
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Competitive Pay
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)
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401(k) Retirement Plan
Ready to Get Started?
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