Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in correctional health! In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care within correctional facilities, ensuring the health and safety of incarcerated individuals while maintaining strict adherence to healthcare standards and protocols. Your expertise will support the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care in a challenging environment, promoting public health and safety through diligent patient monitoring and infection control practices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your diverse nursing skills in a unique setting that demands resilience, leadership, and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and observation of mental and physical health status
- Develop, implement, and review individualized care plans tailored to the needs of correctional patients, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations
- Monitor patient conditions continuously, utilizing advanced knowledge of physiology, anatomy, microbiology, and epidemiology to identify early signs of illness or injury
- Manage medical records with precision, ensuring documentation review aligns with HIPAA guidelines and supports accurate data collection for ongoing care
- Administer medications and treatments following aseptic techniques and infection control protocols while maintaining patient safety at all times
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care delivery, including infectious disease management and acute care interventions in high-pressure environments such as Level I Trauma Centers or Level II trauma centers when applicable
- Educate patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment plans while adhering to OSHA standards for workplace safety and infection prevention
Skills
- Proven experience in critical care settings, hospital environments, assisted living facilities or medical-surgical units with a strong foundation in acute care practices
- Expertise in managing infectious diseases and implementing infection control measures within correctional health settings
- Knowledge of public health principles, epidemiology, and medical terminology relevant to inmate healthcare management
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to oversee patient observation processes and guide less experienced staff effectively
- Proficiency in data management systems for medical records, MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments, and documentation review processes
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations related to workplace safety and infection prevention protocols
- Excellent communication skills for clear documentation review, patient monitoring reports, and interdisciplinary collaboration
This role is perfect for dedicated nursing professionals eager to make a meaningful impact on public health through compassionate care delivery in correctional facilities. We are committed to supporting your growth with ongoing training opportunities that enhance your expertise across diverse healthcare environments. Join us in fostering healthier communities by ensuring every individual receives respectful, comprehensive nursing care!
Pay: $50.00 - $53.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Referral program
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
