RN - Correctional Health
Profession: RN
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12 Days
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred
License: Current licensure in the state of employment
Certifications: Valid driver's license required
Must-Have:
- Comprehensive nursing care
- Nursing and supervisory techniques
- Technical/clinical procedures
- Medication administration
- Patient examination
Description:
The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care.
This includes executing Licensed Independent Provider orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting in examinations and treatment of patients.
The RN applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care, treatment, and referrals of inmates/residents.
The nurse performs all technical and clinical procedures within the scope of their education and licensure.
The RN applies appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
This role involves attending sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents and preparing a list of inmates/residents to be examined.
The RN prepares the examining room and equipment and operates pill call, dispensing medication and documenting as required.
The RN calls Licensed Independent Providers for medication and treatment orders in case of emergencies.
The RN examines and assesses new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries, referring them to emergency rooms or other healthcare facilities as needed.
Emergency procedures are performed as required, notifying the Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
The RN assists in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel and ensures their needs are addressed.
Responsibilities also include monitoring inpatient hospitalizations for early releases.
The RN provides guidance, supervision, and monitoring of nursing care by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.
Maintaining a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies is essential.
Utilizing established corporate and facility policies and procedures for decision-making is required while applying sound independent judgment.
Regular evaluation of the provision of medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication of services is expected.
Maintaining absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records is mandatory.
The RN assists in reviewing medical files to ensure all services are documented.
Monitoring potential catastrophic illnesses closely is required.
Auditing pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required, is part of the job.
Compliance with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances, is necessary.
The RN observes and records inmate/resident behavior and inspects the medical unit for contraband items.
Providing health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis is part of the role.
The RN assists in preparing and maintaining various standard narrative, statistical, summary, and operational records and reports.
Reading, analyzing, comprehending, and interpreting medical and technical procedures and legal documents is necessary.
Reviewing and responding to lawsuits and attending court hearings when necessary is required.
Facilitating accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved medical services is part of the duties.
The RN prepares and disseminates safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures.
They take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.
