Registered Nurse, Correctional Health

Job Posting End Date: February 16, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 02/16/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The mission of Anoka County Community Corrections is working to build a safer community. The department has an immediate opening for a Registered Nurse, Correctional Health. In this position, you will deliver medical services to an incarcerated population, while gaining unique experience in correctional health. This role offers professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in both patient care and community safety.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will begin the week of February 16th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour).
• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position works across two locations: the Anoka County Workhouse, located at 3300 4th Ave N, Anoka, MN 55303 (primary location), and the Anoka County Juvenile Center, located at 7565 4th Ave, Lino Lakes, MN 55014.
• Expected work hours may vary to include shift rotation, night, and weekend hours, based on business needs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Registered Nurse, Correctional Health.

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
• Perform assessments of inmates in settings such as intake/booking, sick call, chronic care, medical unit, and emergencies throughout the facility. 
• Review and assess prescribed medications brought in by inmates, coordinate and administer medication and treatment to inmates.
• Arrange for additional health care, including appointments for dental, medical, psychological, laboratory and other treatment modes.
• Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner.
• Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated.
• Train correctional officers and staff regarding medical procedures.
• Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor’s degree.
• At least two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota.
• Successfully pass driver’s license background check. 
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use. 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or closely related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous job-related experience in a correctional health setting.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, offender'/clients' homes, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment.