Just got the thinking. Do you think it's possible to make a career of being a traveling correctional nurse? What I mean is bounce around the country living as a traveling nurse just taking correctional contracts. Are there a lot of these contracts available, enough to make a career of? Thanks for the help. I'm still in school, just kinda wondering. Mods if you think this is in the wrong section feel free to move it.
240zRN 100 Posts Oct 15, 2012 I don't think you would be able to find work regularly enough as a traveling correctional nurse. I only know of some agencies in CA that staff RNs in the prisons/jails here but I have never heard of traveling agencies specializing in correctional nursing assignments.
mtsteelhorse 1,635 Posts Specializes in Correctional Nursing; MSN student. Has 16 years experience. Dec 27, 2012 When I was vacationing in Hawaii I actually met some local nurses at breakfast buffet. They said they would love to have travelers in their county jail. I think you'll have to do some checking but I'll bet it's possible. Good luck!
mtsteelhorse 1,635 Posts Specializes in Correctional Nursing; MSN student. Has 16 years experience. Dec 27, 2012 I will do the same if you don't mind. Thanks!
lmburton 17 Posts Dec 27, 2012 The website is Travel Nursing Agency | Travel Nursing Jobs | The Right Solutions
wyogypsy, RN 197 Posts Dec 27, 2012 Try Supplemental Staffing, I have worked for them in the past and they were great to work for. I am not sure about experience needed as I have many years of correctional experience, but it is worth checking out!
mtsteelhorse 1,635 Posts Specializes in Correctional Nursing; MSN student. Has 16 years experience. Dec 27, 2012 Thanks. I have a few years until I can travel 8 years correctional experience.
