Posted Jul 14, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 17, 2026
About this role
Registered Nurse position at Wellpath providing patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Works under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s) to provide patient education and activities. Responsibilities include assessing and planning individual treatment programs, administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures, counting controlled substances, documenting nursing encounters using SOAP charting, and communicating with healthcare staff. Cares for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients in a correctional or similar facility setting.
Skills for this role
nursing process assessment planning implementation evaluationpatient educationadministering medicationsobtaining diagnostic testsassisting with medical or minor surgical procedurescounting controlled substancesSOAP chartingcommunicating with healthcare staff
Wellpath is a healthcare organization specializing in providing medical, dental, and mental health services to underserved, vulnerable, and overlooked populations, primarily in correctional and detention settings. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Wellpath operates across multiple facilities, including juvenile detention centers and…
What reviewers appreciate
+Mission-driven organization with a people-first culture
+Excellent career growth opportunities and ongoing training/development for licensed and unlicensed staff
+DailyPay option allowing employees to receive earnings as they work
What reviewers flag
−Work setting is within correctional/detention facilities, which may present unique challenges compared to traditional healthcare environments
−Complex regulatory compliance requirements across multiple standards (ACA, NCCHC, state and local regulations, accreditation bodies)
−Patient population consists of incarcerated or detained individuals, which can involve challenging clinical and behavioral scenarios
Benefits: Wellpath offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401k retirement plan. Additional perks include DailyPay (access to earned wages daily), tuition assistance and dependent scholarships, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and health coaching, company-paid life insurance, tax-free Health Spending Accounts…
mission-drivenpeople-firstnon-judgmental compassioncollaborativeinnovativediverse and inclusive
Chester sits along the Delaware River just south of Philadelphia, offering RNs a small-city atmosphere with big-city access. Home to Widener University and Harrah's Philadelphia, this historic riverside community provides a quieter residential base while keeping Center City Philly within easy reach.
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