Registered Nurse (RN)

Must live 70+ miles from the facility for this opening This is a travel position located in Hartsville, TN. Candidate must live 70+ miles from facility to qualify for this opening. Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care including, but not limited to, executing Licensed Independent Provider's orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting Licensed Independent Provider in examinations and treatment of patients. Applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care, treatment and referrals of inmates/residents. Performs all technical/clinical procedures within the scope of his/her education and licensure. Applies appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents. Attends sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepares a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepares examining room and equipment. Operates pill call, dispenses medication and documents as required by applicable policies and/or procedures. Calls the Licensed Independent Providers for medication and treatment orders, and/or other emergencies. Examines and assesses new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refers inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facility as required by their condition. Performs emergency procedures as needed and notifies Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders. Assists in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel and ensures their needs are addressed. Job Responsibilities Monitor, as directed, inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate. Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff. Maintain a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers and outside provider agencies. Utilize established corporate, facility and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but use sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position. Regularly evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent the inappropriate use, or duplication of those services. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Assist Health Service Administrator with the review of medical files to determine all provided services are documented. Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses. Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required. Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances. Observe and record inmate/resident behavior. Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmate/residents; securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment. Provide health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis, as required. Assist Health Service Administrator to prepare and maintain a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary and/or operational records, reports and logs, using appropriate grammar, to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling; properly process all reports and documents in a timely manner. Read, analyze, comprehend and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents. Review, process and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings when necessary. Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services. Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies. See Attachment for Full Job Description. Required Skills & Experience N/A Preferred Skills & Experience One (1) year of professional nursing experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr