Southern Health Partners is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the healthcare team at the Marathon County Jail in Wisconsin .
Posted Oct 1
Shift and hours
Day shift · 12-hour shifts · rotating schedule Full Time RN or LPN | Day Shift 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM | 12 Hour Shifts Full Time | Rotating Schedule | Every Other Weekend
Unit and setting
Marathon County Jail · Correctional You'll work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM on a rotating schedule that includes every other weekend , while providing meaningful care to an underserved population.underserved population
License
RN or LPN license
Term
Permanent Full Time | Rotating Schedule | Every Other WeekendFull time
Do you qualify?
License
RN or LPN license
License
RN or LPN licenseCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of WisconsinCheck your license
Certification
CPR certificationCurrent CPR certification
Also asks
strong assessment and clinical judgment skillsStrong assessment and clinical judgment skills
Also asks
excellent communication and documentation skillsExcellent communication and documentation skills
Also asks
ability to work independently while functioning as part of a healthcare teamAbility to work independently while functioning as part of a healthcare team
Also asks
professionalism, compassion, and respect for patient confidentialityProfessionalism, compassion, and respect for patient confidentiality
Also asks
ability to work effectively in a structured correctional environmentAbility to work effectively in a structured correctional environment
Below most Wisconsin staff postingsWisconsin staff postings that state pay run $30/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $50/hr, across 640 postings.
Bonus
sign-on and retention bonusSign-On & Retention Bonus Available
Bonus
employee referral bonusEmployee Referral Bonus Program
BenefitsPaid Bereavement and Jury Duty LeavePaid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Paid jury duty
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
2 Weeks PTO in Year One
The role and schedule
Not in this role
Floating
Day to day
provide direct nursing care in correctional settingProvide direct nursing care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting
Day to day
perform nursing assessments and monitor conditionsPerform nursing assessments and monitor patient conditions
Day to day
administer medications and treatmentsAdminister medications and treatments within your scope of practice
Day to day
provide routine nursing services, sick call, and chronic careProvide routine nursing services, sick call, and chronic care
Day to day
respond to urgent and emergent medical needsRespond appropriately to urgent and emergent medical needs
Day to day
recognize condition changes and communicate to providerRecognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns to the appropriate provider
Day to day
provide patient education and supportProvide patient education and support
Day to day
maintain accurate and timely patient documentationMaintain accurate and timely patient documentation
Day to day
collaborate with healthcare and correctional teamsCollaborate with the healthcare and correctional teams
Day to day
promote safe, secure, and professional healthcare environmentPromote a safe, secure, and professional healthcare environment
Day to day
practice within professional scope and clinical guidelinesPractice within your professional scope, licensure, and established clinical guidelines
Weekends
every other weekendFull Time | Rotating Schedule | Every Other Weekend
Details
pre-employment background check and drug screeningAll applicants are subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug screening.
Marathon County Jail | Wisconsin 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM |
12 Hour Shifts
Full Time | Rotating Schedule | Every Other Weekend Sign-On & Retention Bonus Available
Ready for a Different Kind of Nursing?
If you're ready to trade hospital chaos, endless call lights, and constantly changing assignments for a focused healthcare environment , this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Southern Health Partners is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the healthcare team at the Marathon County Jail in Wisconsin .
You'll work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM on a rotating schedule that includes every other weekend , while providing meaningful care to an underserved population.
✨ And yes, there's a Sign-On & Retention Bonus available for this opportunity.
What You'll Do
Provide direct nursing care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting
Perform nursing assessments and monitor patient conditions
Administer medications and treatments within your scope of practice
Provide routine nursing services, sick call, and chronic care
Respond appropriately to urgent and emergent medical needs
Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns to the appropriate provider
Provide patient education and support
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
Collaborate with the healthcare and correctional teams
Promote a safe, secure, and professional healthcare environment
Practice within your professional scope, licensure, and established clinical guidelines
What You'll Need
Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Wisconsin
Current CPR certification
Previous nursing experience preferred
Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently while functioning as part of a healthcare team
Professionalism, compassion, and respect for patient confidentiality
Ability to work effectively in a structured correctional environment
Why Southern Health Partners?
Correctional healthcare is healthcare. At SHP, you'll have the opportunity to use your nursing skills in a setting where your work can make a meaningful difference every single shift.
This isn't a hospital floor. You won't be rotating between units or chasing an endless stream of call lights. Instead, you'll have one facility, one healthcare team, and the opportunity to build continuity with the patients you serve.
✨ One facility. One team. 12-hour shifts. Meaningful work.
Full Time Benefits
Sign-On & Retention Bonus Available
Medical, Dental & Vision (Pre-Tax Coverage)
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
2 Weeks PTO in Year One (increases with longevity)
8 Paid Holidays + Birthday Off
401(k) Eligibility After 1 Year
Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit
Employee Assistance Program
Monthly CE Hours
Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement
Professional Liability Insurance
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Stay Connected
Follow us for a behind-the-scenes look at life at SHP
Instagram: @LifeAtSHP
Facebook: @SouthernHealthPartners
X: @SHPJailMedical
Southern Health Partners has been providing correctional healthcare services for more than 30 years.
All applicants are subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug screening.
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The downtown district hosts the Metro Ride Transit Center for local public bus service, though healthcare workers commuting for early, late, or on-call hospital shifts will find personal vehicles necessary, especially when navigating heavy winter snowfall.
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Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
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