Start Your Career in Correctional Nursing

Correctional healthcare plays a crucial role in American communities, yet it remains widely misunderstood or largely unknown to many people.

Defined simply, correctional healthcare is the delivery of health care within jails and prisons to individuals who are incarcerated. Correctional healthcare provides a full spectrum of medical and mental health care and support, which includes primary care, acute and emergent care, preventive care, specialty services, behavioral health care, substance use treatment, medications, and dental care.

However, correctional healthcare goes beyond that - it is an extension of community healthcare and public health services. NaphCare’s mission is to improve and save lives. We aim to improve the health of the patients in our care and prepare them for a healthy return to their community. This dual responsibility makes correctional healthcare both uniquely challenging and deeply impactful. 

Learn more from our team who shared why they chose correctional healthcare.

Working in correctional healthcare offers a unique opportunity to encounter a broader spectrum of medical and mental health conditions than is typically seen in traditional healthcare settings. It’s an ideal environment for professional growth, as our patients often present with higher rates of chronic illness, infectious diseases, trauma, mental health disorders, and substance use disorders. The complexity and diversity of these cases make correctional healthcare both challenging and deeply rewarding for clinicians seeking to expand their skills.

Hear more from our team about why they chose correctional healthcare. 

In correctional healthcare, safety comes first. As a correctional nurse, you are always escorted by correctional officers when providing patient care. And, you’ll be working within a controlled environment where security is top priority. Many of our team members have expressed feeling safer in the correctional facility than in traditional healthcare environments.

Don’t take our word for it – hear what our team has to say about the importance of their safety. 

Correctional nursing is the hidden gem of nursing. Job opportunities span all certifications and experience levels – from new graduates to lifelong nurses. 

There is no “typical” day in correctional nursing. It offers a unique opportunity to expand your clinical skills quickly while making a real difference in the lives of a population that has often been overlooked or underserved. You will experience every aspect of care and see things you may not experience elsewhere. There is never a dull moment. And the patients treat healthcare staff with respect and appreciate that we’re there to help them.

Hear more from our nurses about why they chose correctional healthcare.

NaphCare’s Total Rewards Program prioritizes the health and wellness of our nurses and their families. When you join Team NaphCare, you’ll receive an industry-leading total rewards package including:

• Affordable health and dental insurance and benefits beginning on day one
• Free prescriptions for you and your family through NaphCare Rx Pharmacy
• Paid Time Off and eight paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Term life insurance policy
• NaphCare University training, free continuing education units, and tuition assistance

And, we prioritize your career advancement within NaphCare. Learn more about our career development and continuing education opportunities.