Sheriff's Detentions

OverviewThe Sheriff's Detention Nurse provides medical and mental health nursing services to incarcerated individuals in the San Diego County detention facilities. The role is entry‑level and requires independent decision‑making within the legal scope of practice under established procedures.ResponsibilitiesPerform routine and emergency nursing care for inmates, including assessment, treatment, medication administration, and documentation.Apply standardized nursing procedures and protocols, including infection control, crisis intervention, and mental health support.Collaborate with correctional staff and medical team to coordinate care and maintain safety.Maintain accurate medical records and comply with county and state regulations.Qualifications – RequiredValid California Registered Nurse (RN) license at the time of appointment, maintained throughout employment.Current CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certification, maintained throughout employment.Qualifications – PreferredExperience in correctional, psychiatric, geriatric, critical care, or emergency nursing settings.Correctional Health Care Professional (CCHP) certification.Strong communication, problem‑solving, and customer‑focused skills.Benefits and PremiumsBase salary commensurate with qualifications with scheduled increases: 5.67% in June2026, 5.17% in June2027.Shift premiums: $1.50 /hr for evening shifts and $2.50 /hr for graveyard shifts.10 % institutional work‑location premium.Free food while on duty and an annual uniform allowance.Working ConditionsAll nursing encounters occur in a locked detention facility with a deputy present.Exposure to communicable diseases, psychiatric illness, unpredictable behaviors, and possible verbal abuse.Rotating shifts (morning, midday, night) and work on holidays and weekends.Background QualificationsHonest and trustworthy reputation.Felony convictions disqualify; misdemeanor convictions may disqualify depending on type, number, and recency.Candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation, including psychological and polygraph testing.AccommodationReasonable accommodation may be provided on a case‑by‑case basis to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Equal OpportunityThe County of San Diego is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages veterans to apply. Veterans receive preferential consideration under the County's Veteran's Preference Policy.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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