The posted pay starts around $85k a year. Per-diem means you set the rhythm — pick up when it works, step back when it doesn't.
About this role
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Tennessee Department of Correction. We are currently seeking a PRN Registered Nurse to join our team at Morgan County Correctional Complex located in Wartburg Tennessee. The RN is responsible for providing holistic nursing care within the appropriate scope of practice to incarcerated patients. Registered Nurses work under the direction of the Director of Nursing and/or Nursing Supervisor and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to identify, assess and respond to a wide range of physical, psychological and social needs of the patient. Pay base is $41 per hour.
Requirements
Tennessee RN license or ability to obtain license
Current CPR
BLS Certification
Corrections experience not required
Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check
You would be walking into Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle, where Centurion runs healthcare for the Indiana Department of Correction. The work is primary and specialty care inside the fence—vitals, labs, EKGs, minor procedures—and some roles stretch into infirmary-style…
What reviewers appreciate
+Hands-on primary and specialty care inside Indiana DOC at Wabash Valley
+RN pay clustering near $40/hour in our postings; employer-stated $40–$50 ranges elsewhere
+Travel path up to ~$2685/week with stipend and multi-site float in Indiana
What reviewers flag
−Staffing shortages and high stress repeatedly flagged; WLB ratings near 2.6–2.8
Wartburg sits nestled in the Cumberland foothills of East Tennessee, offering small-town charm and easy access to Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Outdoor lovers enjoy nearby hiking, horseback riding, and scenic gorges. A low-key, close-knit community makes it ideal for nurses seeking a quieter pace and natural beauty without big-city congestion.
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