Corrections Health Nurse

Corrections Health Nurse

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is looking for a Corrections Health Nurse to help with providing care to members of our community during their time with us in the jail. This person will provide comprehensive health maintenance, preventive and primary medical care, and treatment for adult inmates in a county corrections facility. This role is also responsible for assisting in the operation of the health care unit and in the development, direction, coordination, and evaluation of professional nursing practices under the direction of the Sergeant. Assumes responsibility for operation of the unit in the absence of management staff.

$39.71 - $53.36 per hour*

*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.

**Compensation Note: Added financial incentive will be given to RNs with an AA or BS degree from an accredited university. Those with verified translation abilities are also eligible for additional incentive. ***$5,000.00 HIRING BONUS***

Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• 11% County contribution to 401(k)
• County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Lincoln County Jail in Newport

The incumbent must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. A Corrections Health Nurses will follow the six standards of practice:

• Assessment –Conduct and document initial and ongoing comprehensive and focused nursing assessments of the health status of patients by:
• Collecting objective and subjective data from observations, examinations, interviews, and written records in an accurate and timely manner as appropriate to the patient's health care needs and context of care.
• Diagnosis and Priorities –Analysis of the assessment data to derive a nursing diagnosis and priorities.
• Outcomes identification –Based on the diagnosis the Corrections Health Nurse will identify outcomes that are culturally relevant, health literate, based in evidence and attainable through local resources and policies.
• Planning –Develop and coordinate a comprehensive plan of nursing care to maintain continuity of treatment and develop focused plans of nursing care, including selecting appropriate nursing interventions and strategies, especially for patients with chronic medical problems or serious and persistent mental illness.
• Implementation –The Corrections Health Nurse oversees the implementation of the plan through treatment, case management, referrals to community partners, collaboration with community resources, health promotion and educates patients concerning diet, hygiene, long term effects of alcohol and drug abuse, and methods of prevention of disease.

Additional job responsibilities:

• Documentation– The Corrections Health Nurse will document medical history including current medical problems, allergies, on-going medications, and treatment of patients, using an electronic medical records program. As well as nursing interventions and responses to care in an accurate, timely, thorough, and clear manner.
• Medication- Provides sound pharmacology dispensing practices, including drug identification, drug action, side effects and proper dosage.
• Equipment- Evaluate and monitor medical supplies to ensure availability of appropriate supplies, accurate accounting, and secure storage, including maintenance of narcotic, needle, and syringe counts.
• Emergencies- Respond to emergency situations and takes charge of scene until EMT arrives if physician/physicians' assistant is not on scene. Implements emergency measures, interpretation of medical orders and ensures follow-up on any referrals made.

Other job functions:

• Attend and participate in team meetings, trainings, and activities to further the health of the community.
• Provide training to staff of the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Lincoln County Juvenile Detention Center and the Pretrial TAPS house on various topics such as First Aid/AED/CPR, Narcan and other patient specific health care training to Corrections Deputies such as medication administration, detox issues, labor and birth symptoms.

Typical Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing; or an Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.

EXPERIENCE

Experience as a RN is not required however, 3 years' experience as a non-licensed or licensed care giver preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.

DRIVER'S LICENSE:

Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.

OTHER LICENSES:

Must possess a current unencumbered license to practice nursing in the State of Oregon as a Registered Professional Nurse, in accordance with ORS 678.010 to 678.360 at the time of appointment. Must possess a valid insurable Oregon motor vehicle license with good driving record, or ability to obtain within 30 days date of hire.

BACKGROUND: Must be free of conviction of a crime designated under the law where the conviction occurred as being punishable as a felony or as a crime for which a maximum term of imprisonment of more than one (1) year may be imposed; or of violating any law involving the unlawful use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of a controlled substance, narcotic, or dangerous drug. Dishonorable or undesirable discharge from the military is cause for disqualification. Must be able to pass a law enforcement background check. A psychological assessment will also be administered. Reside within two hours of the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• All areas of general healthcare services, including medical record keeping practices.
• The principles, practices, methods and procedures of nursing as applied to primary care.
• The uses and effects of medications, narcotics, and immunizations provided in a correctional facility; considerable knowledge of issues related to alcohol and drug abuse and psychopathology.
• All clinical skills, including physical assessment and interpretation of lab tests.
• Public health laws and regulations.

SKILL OR ABILITY TO:

• Exercise considerable judgment, to recognize problems outside of this role and refer appropriately.
• Work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics and analyze health problems.
• Utilize community resources.
• Identify community and individual health problems and to plan and administer solutions.
• Plan and evaluate for a wide variety of health issues.
• Administer medications and immunizations.
• Interpret and apply written policies, procedures, protocols, directives, and guidelines.
• Establish and maintain accurate, legible, and complete records of patient care, including chart documentation, objective data collection, treatment provided, evaluation of treatment effectiveness, patient education provided.
• Learn new information quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Provide professional nursing care independently and courteously meet and deal with patients.
• Prioritize work within the Corrections Health Service office to meet numerous deadlines.
• Function as a member of the healthcare team to collaborate in the development, implementation and evaluation of integrated client-centered plans of care.
• Carry out physicians/dentists/nurse practitioners, and physicians' assistant orders.
• Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information including confidentiality of records as well as deal with sensitive issues, such as HIV testing and counseling, pregnancy testing and counseling.
• Interact with others, be aware of safety and security issues, be cognizant of surroundings and possible dangerous situations, and perform mobility requirements of the position.
• Respond to medical emergencies in a potentially hazardous and life-threatening environment.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
• Work alone in satellite offices.
• Prepare information for and testify in court cases.
• Maintain awareness of safety regulations and procedures at all times. And the ability to work with inmates.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Lincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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