Travel Nurse RN - Correctional - $40 per hour in Wheaton, IL

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Wheaton
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Correctional Location: Wheaton, IL Agency: Adelphi Medical Staffing Pay: $40 per hour Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Adelphi Medical Staffing to find a qualified Correctional RN in Wheaton, Illinois, 60187! Adelphi is seeking qualified Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive nursing services within a secured correctional healthcare setting in DuPage County, Illinois. The nurses will deliver medical care and health support for individuals in custody, including intake evaluations, routine sick calls, treatment administration, and patient education, ensuring compliance with established clinical and institutional standards. Job Quick Facts: • ID: BD-1152-01 • Profession: Nursing • Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) • Location: DuPage County, Illinois • Facility Type: Secured Correctional Healthcare Setting • Job Type: Contract • Coverage Type: On-Site • Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts (6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.), Sunday through Saturday • Staffing Model: Four (4) RNs on day shift, three (3) on night shift • Pay Rate: $40/hr Requirements: • Current and valid Illinois Registered Nursing (RN) license • Current CPR certification • Successful completion of criminal background and fingerprint checks • Annual tuberculosis (TB) testing in accordance with facility policy • Completion of facility orientation and competency requirements • Adherence to facility policies, security standards, and confidentiality regulations Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and provide treatment as ordered by the physician or nurse practitioner • Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations accurately and in compliance with facility protocol • Maintain detailed and timely medical documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, treatment logs, and care plan updates • Monitor patient progress and communicate with other healthcare professionals regarding medical conditions, treatment outcomes, and ongoing needs • Support intake screenings, chronic care, and emergency response procedures • Promote and maintain infection control and hygiene practices • Educate individuals on prescribed treatments and preventive health measures • Ensure all clinical activities are compliant with state regulations, ACA, and NCCHC standards • Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements • Participate in required in-service education and training programs • Any other duties as assigned. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care. 28617611EXPTEMP

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