The Santa Clara County Sheriffs Department said they have arrested two nurses on suspicion of stealing inmate medications and using them for unknown purposes.   A department spokesperson said Rodolfo Idian and Elmer Alegado were arrested last week after an extensive investigation.    The investigation was launched late last month.  The defendants were reportedly found to be in "possession of controlled substances" beyond the scope of their work duties.

Both nurses had been assigned to work at the San Jose jail.  It is currently unclear if the pair were acting together or individually.    Authorities have also indicated they believe other nurses …