HCA Solutions is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to work at Perquimans Juvenile Detention Center in Hertford, NC.
This is a full-time, W2, long-term placement position. HCA offers health benefits, two weeks vacation and 12 paid holidays; as well as company paid STD & LTD.
Shifts Available:
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00am - 3:30pm
This position requires significant independence. Nurse will be expected to work closely with direct care staff and will serve as the sole on-site nurse for portions of their shift. Although strong support and resources are available, candidates must be comfortable working within a secure juvenile justice environment.
Role Description:
- Perform all Health Care Services admission requirements per policy and procedure to include venipuncture, vaccine administration, TST placement, intake assessment, admission labs and form/documentation completion.
- Verify any medication that the juveniles have with them upon entering the facility, assessing its validity and necessity, i.e., contacting prescribing healthcare provider and/or pharmacist. Address and resolve issues with prescribed medications to include contacting prescribing provider, communication with parent/guardian and Juvenile Court Counselors.
- Manage clinics for primary care and psychiatric care, when applicable to include scheduling clinic times, provider order transcription, medication order processing, managing clinic flow, creating schedule for appointments and communicating with center staff.
- Process medication inventory and deliveries from contractual pharmacy vendor to include reconciliation with provider orders and inventory deliver specific to each juvenile prescribed medication.
- Prepare and administer medication as prescribed by a practitioner who is licensed in North Carolina to administer or prescribe drugs in the course of his/her professional practice and monitor/audit UAP who are trained to administer medication.
- Administer and/or delegate administration of non-prescribed medications per provider orders.
- Perform sick call for non-emergency medical services for all juveniles. Provide nursing services and first aid to those juveniles not requiring a physician's services, refer to provider for medical care based on nursing assessment as needed.
- Provide emergency medical services for juveniles as necessary.
- Assist contract physicians during weekly sick call and with new admissions. Coordinate primary care clinic weekly.
- Consult with the contract physicians when necessary and obtain their signature on medication orders and treatment.
- Refer juveniles for further medical services as deemed appropriate, i.e.: dentist, psychologist, optometrist or other independent providers.
- Be available for telephone consultation and emergency consultation at other times as determined by the nurse supervisor, center director or Health Services Manager.
- Keep required records related to the health of the juveniles, documenting all services, treatments and medications rendered or coordinated.
- Provide counseling for medical illnesses, treatments, preventive care, hygiene, HIV and STDs for juveniles.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on care management for the juveniles within center setting.
- Notify student's parents/guardians and the responsible agency in case of serious illness, surgery, injury or death. Coordinate this with the facility nurse supervisor and/or clinical director.
- Follow CLIA regulations for waived tests when performing test on juveniles. A copy of tests granted waived status under CLIA is in the medical clinic at the facility. Assure competency in screening skills.
- Data collection is required on controlled substances, health care statistics, juvenile’s medical care expenses and others deemed necessary by the Director of Juvenile Justice Health Services.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have at least 1 year of Nursing Experience.
- Must have a valid RN License within the State of North Carolina.
- Must have prior experience in adolescent, pediatric, school, public health, correctional/juvenile, and/or emergency nursing.
Benefits:
- Healthcare benefits
- Vision and Dental
- Company paid STD and LTD
- 12 paid holidays
- PTO/Vacation Time
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired wage for this position?
Experience:
- Registered Nursing : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
- BLS/CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
