Travel Registered Nurse Corrections Job
TLC Healthforce
Contract
On-site
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Healthcare
Embark on a purpose-driven journey as a Registered Nurse specializing in Corrections, delivering critical, compassionate care within correctional facilities in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. This role places you at the forefront of health management in a dynamic environment where clinical expertise, safety, and empathy converge. You’ll have the chance to influence patient outcomes daily, coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, and provide evidence-based nursing that uplifts well-being under unique custodial circumstances. Start on 02/23/2026, committing to a weeks-long assignment with guaranteed hours that ensure reliability and consistency in your professional path, while you bring your expertise to at-risk populations who rely on you for confident, competent care. While you focus on your nursing impact, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore the beauty and diversity of Pennsylvania—from the urban energy and historic neighborhoods of Philadelphia to the scenic trails, parks, and countryside that showcase the state’s natural richness—creating a balanced backdrop for your nursing career.
Location benefits: Working in Philadelphia offers access to a thriving healthcare and urban landscape, where you’ll collaborate with high-caliber teams and gain exposure to a broad spectrum of clinical scenarios. The role also opens avenues to work across various locations in the United States, providing you with versatile experiences that expand your professional horizons and sharpen your adaptability. Exposure to different facility cultures, patient populations, and correctional health protocols will enhance your clinical acumen, while the city’s rich arts, culture, and dining options provide meaningful balance to demanding shifts. In addition, the opportunity to rotate to other states means you can broaden your professional network, learn diverse correctional health models, and bring best practices back to your home base. You’ll enjoy the advantages of working with a company that places your safety and well-being first, offering comprehensive support tailored to traveling clinicians, as well as resources that help you acclimate quickly to new facilities and teams.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive nursing care within a correctional setting, including triage and urgent assessment, medication administration, chronic disease management, wound care, preventive care, and health education. Perform accurate vitals monitoring, documentation, and escalation of clinical concerns. Collaborate with physicians, mental health professionals, custody staff, and case managers to coordinate individualized care plans. Ensure infection control, safety protocols, and security procedures are followed, while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. Deliver patient-centered care that respects diverse backgrounds and complies with regulatory standards and facility policies. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, record-keeping, and handoffs to oncoming shifts to maintain continuity of care.
- Growth opportunities: This specialty offers pathways to expand expertise in correctional health, geriatrics, chronic disease management, and leadership roles within clinic teams or nursing management. You’ll have access to ongoing training, credentialing support, and opportunities to take on extended assignments that deepen clinical proficiency and resilience in fast-paced environments.
- Benefits and compensation: Enjoy competitive pay within the stated range, with a bonus structure designed to recognize performance and commitment. Housing assistance is available to ease relocation and lodging needs during assignments. Extension opportunities provide flexibility to continue in supportive environments where you’ve proven impact, enabling sustained career progression.
- Support framework: Travel and assignment support is available 24/7, ensuring you’re never alone on the road or on-site. From onboarding and facility integration to crisis support and clinical guidance, the company prioritizes your safety and confidence as you transition between assignments. You’ll have access to a dedicated team that coordinates travel logistics, licensing, and back-office needs so you can focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering nursing professionals to advance their careers while maintaining a supportive, collaborative work culture. We champion professional development, continuous learning, and a respectful, inclusive environment that recognizes the essential contributions of correctional health staff. You’ll find mentors, peers, and leadership who invest in your growth, celebrate your successes, and provide constructive guidance to help you reach new levels of clinical excellence and career fulfillment.
Call to action: If you’re a dedicated RN ready to make a tangible difference in correctional health, this is your invitation to join a company that values your expertise and nurtures your professional development. Apply now to begin a rewarding journey that blends impactful patient care, geographic and clinical variety, and a supportive, growth-oriented culture. Take the next step toward expanding your reach within corrections nursing and shaping safer, healthier communities—one shift at a time.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Location benefits: Working in Philadelphia offers access to a thriving healthcare and urban landscape, where you’ll collaborate with high-caliber teams and gain exposure to a broad spectrum of clinical scenarios. The role also opens avenues to work across various locations in the United States, providing you with versatile experiences that expand your professional horizons and sharpen your adaptability. Exposure to different facility cultures, patient populations, and correctional health protocols will enhance your clinical acumen, while the city’s rich arts, culture, and dining options provide meaningful balance to demanding shifts. In addition, the opportunity to rotate to other states means you can broaden your professional network, learn diverse correctional health models, and bring best practices back to your home base. You’ll enjoy the advantages of working with a company that places your safety and well-being first, offering comprehensive support tailored to traveling clinicians, as well as resources that help you acclimate quickly to new facilities and teams.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Core responsibilities: Provide comprehensive nursing care within a correctional setting, including triage and urgent assessment, medication administration, chronic disease management, wound care, preventive care, and health education. Perform accurate vitals monitoring, documentation, and escalation of clinical concerns. Collaborate with physicians, mental health professionals, custody staff, and case managers to coordinate individualized care plans. Ensure infection control, safety protocols, and security procedures are followed, while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. Deliver patient-centered care that respects diverse backgrounds and complies with regulatory standards and facility policies. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, record-keeping, and handoffs to oncoming shifts to maintain continuity of care.
- Growth opportunities: This specialty offers pathways to expand expertise in correctional health, geriatrics, chronic disease management, and leadership roles within clinic teams or nursing management. You’ll have access to ongoing training, credentialing support, and opportunities to take on extended assignments that deepen clinical proficiency and resilience in fast-paced environments.
- Benefits and compensation: Enjoy competitive pay within the stated range, with a bonus structure designed to recognize performance and commitment. Housing assistance is available to ease relocation and lodging needs during assignments. Extension opportunities provide flexibility to continue in supportive environments where you’ve proven impact, enabling sustained career progression.
- Support framework: Travel and assignment support is available 24/7, ensuring you’re never alone on the road or on-site. From onboarding and facility integration to crisis support and clinical guidance, the company prioritizes your safety and confidence as you transition between assignments. You’ll have access to a dedicated team that coordinates travel logistics, licensing, and back-office needs so you can focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering nursing professionals to advance their careers while maintaining a supportive, collaborative work culture. We champion professional development, continuous learning, and a respectful, inclusive environment that recognizes the essential contributions of correctional health staff. You’ll find mentors, peers, and leadership who invest in your growth, celebrate your successes, and provide constructive guidance to help you reach new levels of clinical excellence and career fulfillment.
Call to action: If you’re a dedicated RN ready to make a tangible difference in correctional health, this is your invitation to join a company that values your expertise and nurtures your professional development. Apply now to begin a rewarding journey that blends impactful patient care, geographic and clinical variety, and a supportive, growth-oriented culture. Take the next step toward expanding your reach within corrections nursing and shaping safer, healthier communities—one shift at a time.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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Why Travelers Choose TLC
- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
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Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.
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