Registered Nurse/Correctional - 26-06635

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse – Correctional Healthcare

Location: Rome,NY

Contract Duration: 26–52 Weeks

Position Overview:
Seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care within a correctional healthcare setting. The nurse will be responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing services, conducting health assessments, administering medications, responding to medical emergencies, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient well-being.

Requirements:

• Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) License required
• Current RN registration in New York State required
• Experience in medical-surgical, ambulatory care, correctional healthcare, or mental health preferred
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills required

Required Skills & Experience:

• Medication Administration and Management
• Controlled Substance Administration
• Physical Assessments
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Wound Care and Dressing Changes
• Health Screenings and Evaluations
• Emergency Response
• Patient Education and Health Counseling
• Care Plan Development and Implementation
• Clinical Documentation
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Work Environment:

• Correctional Healthcare Setting
• Inpatient and Outpatient Clinical Care
• Secure Medical Unit Environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop care plans
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses
• Perform routine and emergency nursing interventions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Provide patient education and health promotion services
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams regarding patient care needs
• Adhere to all clinical, regulatory, and security protocols

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