Redemption Correctional Healthcare Solutions PLLC specializes in providing healthcare in the correctional setting. We provide emergency, acute, and chronic care and collaborate with community healthcare providers to provide services that cannot be covered in-house. We are a diverse team of healthcare professionals that strive to provide the highest quality care to incarcerated persons since everyone deserves the best care possible.

Paramedic – PRN

Location: 2550 W Franklin Rd, Norman, OK 73069

Schedule: PRN | Typically 12-Hour Shifts | Day and Night Shifts Available

Pay: $28.00 – $42.00/hour (DOE) -- Night shift differential: +$2.50/hour

Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime per applicable law)

Overview

At Redemption Correctional Healthcare Solutions, we believe healing and innovation are driven by compassionate professionals. As a Paramedic in a correctional healthcare setting, you'll deliver emergency and routine medical care within your full scope of practice while supporting a population with complex needs. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a unique, highly-collaborative setting.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to medical emergencies throughout the facility and provide emergency care according to protocol.
• Administer medications according to written and verbal orders, and protocol, including parenteral drugs, OTC meds, and pre-packaged prescriptions.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, splinting, and cast/brace care.
• Conduct lab draws, specimen collection, and point-of-care tests (e.g., blood glucose, 12 lead ECGs).
• Assist physicians/PAs/NPs during clinical assessments and procedures.
• Close wounds per protocol with medical direction oversight.
• Perform intake screenings, document health history, vital signs, and initiate medical charts.
• Monitor patients for signs of illness or injury and escalate as needed.
• Educate and support correctional staff on emergency response and clinical topics.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and emergency equipment.
• Participate in training, drills, and safety initiatives.
• Document care in accordance with facility and company standards.
• Escort patients within the facility to medical areas in coordination with detention staff (no security/disciplinary duties).

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Oklahoma Paramedic license.
• 3+ years experience as a Paramedic (5+ years preferred).
• Valid CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance issued by the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office to work within secure jail areas (No consumer credit check is performed).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred:

• Experience in EMS, emergency departments, or correctional settings.
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.

Work Environment

Secure correctional healthcare environment with appropriate PPE and infection-control protocols. Role invloves standing, walking, and escorting patients. Essential physical functions include moving/positioning patients and equipment and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds-with or wothout reasonable accommodation. For accommodation requests related to these physical requirements or the aplication/interview process, contact [email protected].

Why Join Redemption?

• Ongoing training and professional development (including CE for licensure maintenance).
• Clinical autonomy within a supportive, team-based model.
• Flexible PRN scheduling.
• Unique practice setting to use the full Paramedic scope of practice.
• Competitive pay.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

RCHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process or to to perform essential job functions may contact [email protected].

Important Notes

• Security Clearance (Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office): Employment is contingent on obtaining and maintaining CCSO security clearance to access secure areas of the jail. The Sheriff’s Office conducts this clearance.
• Criminal History Use: RCHS evaluates criminal history information consistent with EEOC guidance (job-relatedness, nature of the offense, time elapsed, and the position’s duties).
• Safety-Sensitive Role (Oklahoma): This position is designated safety-sensitive under Oklahoma law. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are prohibited from working under the influence of marijuana (including with a valid medical-marijuana license); drug testing may be included as permitted by law.
• Employment Status: Employment is at-will, consistent with applicable laws. Overtime is paid in accordance with federal and state law for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.