is a prison a good place to work?

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I graduate next Aug, and was thinking about working at a local prison. Do you think that's a good idea or should i stick to a hospital position first for awhile?

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I'm open to any suggestions

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Well I started to work in one as a side job, however the budget had been cut by the city and there were not nearly enough guards to make it a safe environment. I assume there are some safe places, just make sure there are enough guards to keep YOU safe! :nuke:

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Specializes in LTC, Urgent Care.

I would say go for it, if that's something you're interested in trying. If it doesn't work out, you can always go somewhere else. Good luck!

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I'd be too scared to work prison. Surrounded by criminals and you are the one with the drug cart?

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no thanks.

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

In the prisons I've been in (as a medic) you and the drug cart stay in a secure area and the inmates come to you. I used to respond to a state prison outside Philly, we had to be let through so many doors to get to the infirmary it wasn't funny. One guard escort in, 3 guard escort out,with the prisoner shackled and belted.

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Specializes in US Army.

My advice is to get a good year of solid clinical experiences in med-surg, ER or ICU before you start working in the correctional setting.

It will make you a more effective nurse since you will have a solid base for your decision making.

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