Travel Registered Nurse - Correctional - $2,854 per week in Pontiac, IL

Connected Health Care is seeking a travel nurse Correctional for a travel nursing job in Pontiac, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Correctional • Discipline: RN • Start Date: 02/16/2026 • Duration: 8 weeks • 48 hours per week • Shift: 12 hours, nights • Employment Type: Travel Corrections Registered Nurse (RN) - Contract Location: Pontiac, IL (Livingston County) Agency: Connected Healthcare Contract Length: 8 weeks Schedule: Rotating 36-48 hours/week Shifts: 12-hour Day Shifts Position Overview: Connected Healthcare is seeking an experienced Corrections Registered Nurse (RN) for an 8-week contract assignment at a correctional facility in Livingston County, IL. This role is ideal for nurses who are adaptable, confident in independent clinical decision-making, and interested in providing care within a structured correctional environment. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive nursing care to an incarcerated population • Perform health assessments, medication administration, and chronic disease management • Respond to medical emergencies and triage acute conditions • Collaborate with medical providers and correctional staff to ensure safe, effective care • Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards • Adhere to all security protocols and safety procedures Schedule Details: • 12-hour day shifts • Rotating weekly hours between 36 and 48 hours • Potential for overtime depending on facility needs Qualifications: • Active RN license (IL) • Minimum of 1 year of RN experience (corrections, ER, med-surg, or acute care preferred) • BLS certification required • Strong assessment skills and ability to work independently • Comfort working in a correctional or secure environment Why Connected Healthcare: • Dedicated recruiter support throughout the contract • Competitive compensation • Streamlined onboarding and credentialing processAbout Connected Health Care Connected Health Care is a nationally recognized healthcare recruiting and staffing agency specializing in travel nursing, travel allied health, interim leadership, per-diem staffing, and permanent placement. Our team of professional account managers, recruits, and credentialists are focused on providing you with the most fulfilling career path that aligns with your personal goals, whether you are traveling with us for a season or looking for a permanent place to call home. Benefits • Weekly pay • Holiday Pay • Guaranteed Hours • Continuing Education • 401k retirement plan • Company provided housing options • Cancelation protection • Mileage reimbursement • Referral bonus • Employee assistance programs • Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Benefits start day 1 • License and certification reimbursement