Department of Corrections

Nevada DOC is currently accepting applications for Psychiatric Nurses, Correctional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Corrections Counselors.

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Nevada DOC

It is the mission of the Nevada Department of Corrections to protect society by maintaining offenders in safe and humane conditions while preparing them for successful reentry back into society. We operate as one Team, proud of our reputation as leaders in corrections. Our staff will utilize innovative programming that will focus on education, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and vocational training as the cornerstones to an offender's rehabilitation.

Open Positions

Psychiatric Nurses

Earn $76,609 - $125,760 / year

Under general supervision of a higher level nurse, Psychiatric Nurses provide professional nursing care to individuals with developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders, in an institution or out-patient setting in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act.

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse, with at least 1 year of professional nursing experience.
1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse I in Nevada State service, specifically in care for individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or intellectual disabilities.
CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification by appointment.

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Correctional Nurses

Earn $83,666 - $125,760 / year

Under general supervision of a higher-level nurse, Correctional Nurses provide professional nursing care to patients in a correctional setting in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act and Nevada Revised Statutes.

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse, with 1 year of professional nursing experience.
CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification by appointment.

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Licensed Practical Nurses

Earn $54,434 - $80,054 / year

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Mid-Level Practitioner, or physician, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) provide general or psychiatric practical nursing care in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act.

Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Nevada, with 1 year of experience as an LPN.
CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification by appointment.

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Corrections Counselors

Earn $76,609 - $124,278 / year

Corrections Counselors within in the Nevada Department of Corrections provide mental health services to offenders in a correctional setting including interviews, behavioral planning and implementation, consultation, psycho-educational classes, research, and training.

Master's degree from an accredited college/university in clinical psychology, psychology, counseling, education, social work, or a closely related field.

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Why Work for Nevada DHHS

Comprehensive Health Coverage

The State provides extensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance, ensuring employees and their families have access to essential healthcare services

Generous Leave

Nevada state employees receive eleven paid holidays annually, along with three weeks of annual leave and three weeks of sick leave, providing ample time off for personal needs and work-life balance

Retirement and Financial Planning

Nevada offers a robust retirement system (Public Employees’ Retirement System, or PERS), along with options like a tax-sheltered deferred compensation plan, to support long-term financial stability

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