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As an RN at Washington County Jail, you'll provide quality patient care while using your clinical knowledge and critical-thinking skills to:

Posted Sep 11

Shift and hours
Day shift · 12-⁠hour day shifts Full-Time RN Day Shift - Washington County, TN Schedule: ¾ 12-Hour Day Shift Rotation + EVO Weekend
Unit and setting
Washington County Jail · Correctional You'll have the chance to build trust, use your nursing judgment, and care for an underserved population-all while working alongside a team that has your back.Underserved correctional population
License
RN license Practice confidently within Tennessee's scope of practice and SHP guidelines
Term
Permanent Position: Full-Time RNFull-Time

Do you qualify?

License
RN license Practice confidently within Tennessee's scope of practice and SHP guidelines Check your license
Also asks
Pre-employment screening including background check and drug screening All applicants are subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug screening.
Also asks
Facility security clearance Facility security clearance is also required.

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Tennessee staff rolesTennessee staff postings that state pay run $25/hr to $53/hr, the middle half $33/hr to $46/hr, across 370 postings.
Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus Employee Referral Bonus
Eligibility
401(k) eligibility after 1 year

Benefits

  • BenefitsDailyPay access
  • BenefitsMedical, dental & vision insurance with pre-tax optionsMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance with Pre-Tax Options
  • BenefitsCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-Paid Life Insurance
  • BenefitsShort- & long-term disabilityShort- & Long-Term Disability
  • Benefits2 weeks PTO in first year, increasing with longevity2 Weeks PTO in Your First Year - increases with longevity
  • Benefits8 paid holidays plus paid birthday off8 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday Off - Paid!
More benefits (23)
  • BenefitsBi-weekly direct depositBi-Weekly Direct Deposit
  • Benefits401(k)401(k) Eligibility After 1 Year
  • BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • BenefitsMonthly continuing education hoursMonthly Continuing Education Hours
  • BenefitsTuition discounts & reimbursementTuition Discounts & Reimbursement
  • BenefitsPaid bereavement & jury duty leavePaid Bereavement & Jury Duty Leave
  • BenefitsMedical, parental & military leaveMedical, Parental & Military Leave
  • BenefitsProfessional liability insuranceProfessional Liability Insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Military leave
  • Paid military leave
  • Referral program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid jury duty
  • Vision insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Life insurance
  • 2 Weeks PTO in Your First Year
  • 8 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday Off

The role and schedule

Day to day
Provide hands-on patient care and monitor symptoms, responses, and progress Provide hands-on patient care and monitor symptoms, responses, and progress
Day to day
Perform assessments and respond to medical needs and emergencies Perform assessments and respond to medical needs and emergencies
Day to day
Administer medications and treatments according to nursing standards Administer medications and treatments according to nursing standards
Day to day
Accurately document patient care and communicate changes effectively Accurately document patient care and communicate changes effectively
Day to day
Collaborate with onsite providers and healthcare team on treatment plans Collaborate with onsite providers and the healthcare team on treatment plans
Day to day
Practice within Tennessee's scope of practice and SHP guidelines
Day to day
Help maintain a safe, professional, and patient-focused environment Help maintain a safe, professional, and patient-focused environment
Weekends
EVO weekend Schedule: ¾ 12-Hour Day Shift Rotation + EVO Weekend

The workplace

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Southern Health Partners
Hiring organization
Address
114 West Jackson Blvd., Jonesborough, TN, 37659

Workplace: Washington County Tennessee Detention Center.

About Washington County Tennessee Detention Center

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and call?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

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Full-Time RN Day Shift – Washington County, TN

Location: Washington County Jail, TN Position: Full-Time RN

Schedule

¾ 12-Hour Day Shift Rotation + EVO Weekend DailyPay Available – Work Today. Get Paid Today.

Your Nursing Career Should Give Back, Too

You bring skill, compassion, and heart to every shift. Southern Health Partners (SHP) believes you deserve an employer that gives that same commitment back to you.

For more than 30 years , SHP has been providing correctional healthcare and creating a workplace where nurses are respected, supported, and valued . Here, teamwork matters, integrity leads the way, and your clinical expertise makes a real difference.

If you're ready for a nursing role with purpose, autonomy, and a supportive team , your next opportunity could be right here.

What You'll Do

As an RN at Washington County Jail, you'll provide quality patient care while using your clinical knowledge and critical-thinking skills to:

  • Provide hands-on patient care and monitor symptoms, responses, and progress
  • Perform assessments and respond to medical needs and emergencies
  • Administer medications and treatments according to nursing standards
  • Accurately document patient care and communicate changes effectively
  • Collaborate with onsite providers and the healthcare team on treatment plans
  • Practice confidently within Tennessee's scope of practice and SHP guidelines
  • Help maintain a safe, professional, and patient-focused environment

Why Nurses Choose SHP

More Purpose. Less Hospital Chaos.

Correctional nursing offers a unique opportunity to focus on patient care in a structured, secure environment . You'll have the chance to build trust, use your nursing judgment, and care for an underserved population—all while working alongside a team that has your back.

And with DailyPay, you can access your earned wages when you need them.

Benefits That Have Your Back

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with Pre-Tax Options
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • 2 Weeks PTO in Your First Year — increases with longevity
  • 8 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday Off — Paid!
  • Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
  • DailyPay Access
  • 401(k) Eligibility After 1 Year
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Monthly Continuing Education Hours
  • Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement
  • Safe & Secure Work Environment
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Bereavement & Jury Duty Leave
  • Medical, Parental & Military Leave
  • Professional Liability Insurance

Ready for a Fresh Start?

If you're an RN looking for meaningful work, a supportive environment, and a place where your nursing skills are appreciated, come grow with Southern Health Partners.

Bring your experience. Bring your compassion. Bring your heart. We'll bring the support.

Follow Life at SHP

  • Instagram: @LifeAtSHP
  • Facebook: @SouthernHealthPartners
  • Twitter/X: @SHPJailMedical

Southern Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All applicants are subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug screening. Facility security clearance is also required.

What's around it?

Washington County Tennessee Detention Center · Jonesborough, TN

Jonesborough, TN

Living costs about 8% below the US average

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