Psychiatric RN – Local to Denver or Canon City | Correctional Nursing Opportunity
WSi Healthcare is seeking experienced Psychiatric Registered Nurses for a potential dedicated nursing contract with the Colorado Department of Corrections. These positions are contingent upon WSi receiving the contract award and the individual nurse receiving final CDOC approval.
Available locations include:
- Denver Women’s Correctional Facility in Denver
- Centennial Correctional Facility in Cañon City
This program will provide seven-day psychiatric nursing coverage within specialized treatment units serving individuals with Substance Use Disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Nurses will administer routine, emergency, and involuntary medications; monitor medication compliance; provide patient education; facilitate prescribed individual and group sessions; participate in multidisciplinary treatment meetings; and perform urine testing when needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Active, unencumbered RN license in Colorado
- At least five years of nursing experience
- Dedicated, verifiable inpatient psychiatric nursing experience
- Proven clinical experience working with individuals diagnosed with Substance Use Disorders
- Ability to complete CDOC background screening, fingerprinting, required online training, Use of Force training, and four-day Defensive Tactics training
- Ability to comply with CDOC policies, including HIPAA, PREA, consent-to-search, contraband, and facility security requirements
Interested nurses must provide a current resume, three professional references, preferred location, full-time or part-time preference, availability, and details describing their inpatient psychiatric and SUD experience. Qualified candidates will also be asked to sign a Letter of Commitment confirming their present intent to work on the project if WSi is awarded the contract.
This is a contingent opportunity and is not an immediate assignment or guarantee of employment. Contract start would accrue on or around 12/31/26. If WSi is awarded the contract, selected nurses will receive the finalized compensation, schedule, location, start date, and assignment terms before signing their final assignment agreement.
Local Opportunity. Meaningful Work.
Put your psychiatric nursing expertise to work in a unique healthcare environment while helping patients navigate treatment, stabilization, and recovery.
Mileage reimbursement is available for candidates traveling 50+ miles, based on applicable assignment guidelines.
Please note: Significant psychiatric nursing experience with exposure to substance-related disorders and withdrawal management is required. General nursing, behavioral health, or mental health experience alone may not meet the requirements.
If you’re an experienced Psychiatric RN ready for a new challenge and comfortable working in a correctional environment, we’d love to hear from you!
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