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Description
Cedar Park Med is hiring Registered Nurses (RN) for a full-time contract opportunity in a secure correctional facility in Columbia, SC.
This assignment offers a steady 3x12 schedule, day or night shift options, weekly pay, and long-term potential in a structured clinical environment with clear protocols and onsite support.
This role is a strong fit for an RN who is confident in assessment, medication administration, and working in a secure setting where consistency, professionalism, and sound clinical judgment matter.
Shift / Schedule
- Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- 3x12-hour shifts
- Every other weekend required
- 13-week contract to start, with potential for extension / long-term placement
Responsibilities
- Perform nursing assessments, triage, and ongoing monitoring for acute and chronic conditions
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and facility protocols
- Respond to changes in condition and escalate care appropriately
- Collaborate with the onsite healthcare team and coordinate as needed within the facility setting
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record
- Follow security procedures, infection control standards, and facility guidelines to maintain a safe clinical environment
Required Qualifications
- Active South Carolina RN license
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience in corrections, emergency, behavioral health, med-surg, or another high-acuity clinical setting
- Current BLS/ACLS certification, or ability to obtain prior to start
- Comfortable working in a secure correctional facility environment
- Strong assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a structured environment and follow established protocols
What We Offer:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vacation Pay
- Bonus Opportunities
- Health Insurance
- 401(k)
- Professional Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Annual Appreciation Gifts
- Access to Third-Party Leadership Training
- Dedicated Recruiter Support
About Us
Cedar Park Med is a WOMAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS and JCAHO-certified staffing firm — NOT an MSP — working directly with healthcare facilities. We provide transparent pay, clear assignments, and consistent communication throughout the contract, with a dedicated team where you have direct access.
No time to fill out the application? Text "RN" to John Steele at 716-265-3999 to get started.
