Registered Nurse - Sheriff's Office, Temporary

Provide direct and indirect nursing care addressing inmates' psychological, physical, and mental health needs Perform assessments during intake/booking, sick call, chronic care, medical unit visits, and emergencies Review, coordinate, and administer medications and treatments Arrange additional healthcare services, including dental, medical, psychological, laboratory, and other appointments Implement nursing care and medical orders safely and responsibly Maintain medical records related to screening and treatment Train correctional officers and staff on medical procedures Communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, and patients Provide care across all shifts in a 24/7 jail environment Work at Anoka County Jail, 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, Minnesota Requirements Bachelor's degree At least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation Previous correctional health or similar experience preferred Strong interpersonal and communication skills preferred Minimum of 4 shifts per month, including 1 weekend per month Rotating weekend and holiday coverage required Ability to perform required physical activities, including lifting 0–25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally Ability to work in a correctional/detention environment with possible exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, and other hazards Compliance with Sheriff's Office tattoo policy Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in providing comprehensive nursing care in a correctional environment, including assessment, medication administration, and training staff on medical procedures. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration with colleagues and patients. Highest-signal resume keywords Registered Nurse in Minnesota Correctional Health Experience Medication Administration Patient Assessment Effective Communication ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Nursing Care Patient Assessment Medication Administration Medical Record Maintenance Emergency Response Soft Skills Interpersonal Skills Communication Skills Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Registered Nurse License Industry Keywords Correctional Health Inmate Care Healthcare Coordination 24/7 Care Environment Compliance with Sheriff's Office Policies #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor