Agent_Smith

Thanks, Orca!

Hello all, Been a nurse for 8 years in the hospital setting. Had other jobs within the hospital prior to that for a few years. Have a few questions about correctional nursing: This may not be the best reason to take an interest in correctional nursing, but I have heard that these jobs are government jobs, and that most government jobs offer VERY good retirement plans - some even offer a full pension. Does your job offer a pension? And/or any other benefits that are worthwhile? Is the health insurance decent? I read one of the other threads in this forum which discusses the things nurses enjoy about the prison setting, and found it very helpful. If there is anything anyone would like to add to this thread about the "pros" of your job, please feel free. Also, what do you NOT like about correctional nursing? Have you ever been attacked by an inmate? Is this common? Do you see much corruption/inappropriate behavior among the guards or other staff? Do you see a lot of turnover among the staff (nursing or otherwise)? Are you usually the only nurse on duty during your shift, or are there other nurses present as well? Is an MD hard to get a hold of if/when you need him/her? What are the MDs like? What is the charting like? Is there any significant difference between prison nursing and jail nursing? Finally, how do you apply for a job in correctional nursing? Is it best to go to the prison in person and ask for a nursing job application? Do most prisons have websites through which you can apply? I really don't know where to even look. I apologize for the number and length of my questions. Thank you very much in advance!!!