So happy to finally join the ranks of correctional nurses!

MALENURSE50, MSN, RN · Apr 6, 2011

HEY THERE!! I've also had a 6 yr. career as a psych nurse (some of that time was in substance abuse, where co-occurring illnesses are common) and just now moved into corrections. I start at the county jail soon and I am really looking forward to this exciting change. Let's keep in touch so we can share experiences and resources. I want to be the best nurse that I can be!

EarthChild1130 · Apr 11, 2011

You got it! :)

9064 · Apr 16, 2011

Ditto! As a new grad, lpn, with psych & ems hx I am THRILLED to have been just hired at a local correctional transfer facility. I think it's a great opportunity. I encourage you to read all the threads here.. I did & they helped me decide on this path as well as gave me tons of great, great advice. Thanks all!

NottaSpringChik, BSN, RN · May 5, 2011

Hello, I am so happy to hear from all of you too. I am a first-year RN - working at two County jails for almost a year now. I really do love it also. I think it is a very good fit for me for a variety of reasons. Your background in Psych nursing is a big asset I would guess.

gods.flower08 · May 5, 2011

Hello,

Can a new grad LPN get a job in NYC corrections?

latoya84 · Dec 30, 2011

hey im new to this website and i seen your post if you dony mind me asking how did you get inti corrections

hopefulprayers1 · Dec 31, 2011

I know where I'm from they frequently hire lvns in correctional facilities.

hopefulprayers1 · Dec 31, 2011

How is it, working in a correctional facility? I want to consider working there but I don't know what to expect. Not sure if I feel safe working with criminals and afraid of some attack of some sort. Are they in cuffs when they're under care, or free?

dalgal, ASN, RN · Dec 31, 2011

Hello,
Can a new grad LPN get a job in NYC corrections?

Hi! I'm a new LPN as of May of this year, and my first job is in corrections. I love it and my company said that they like both experienced and new LPNs because it's a very different environment for everyone. Good luck to you!

mswRN · Jan 3, 2012

Hello dalgal!

How are you liking your new job?

NURSECLARK1969 · Jan 3, 2012

Hi MALENURSE50. I am glad you found a position in corrections. I am relocating back to California soon. I currently work in Maricopa County Arizona jails and want to get into the jails system in California. Can you give me more informations about applying and the hiring process.

Thanks