Registered Nurse (RN)

NaphCare is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our healthcare team at the Montgomery County Jail in Dayton, Ohio! If you're looking for a nursing opportunity where you can use a broad range of clinical skills while making a meaningful impact, correctional healthcare offers a unique environment to grow your experience while providing quality care to an underserved patient population.

Full-Time Day Shift Available
Full-Time Night Shift Available + Shift Differential

As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN) , you'll work alongside medical providers, nursing professionals, and correctional staff to deliver comprehensive patient care within the facility. You'll perform assessments, administer medications, manage acute and chronic conditions, respond to urgent medical needs, and coordinate care for patients with a variety of healthcare needs.

Whether you're an experienced RN looking for something different or a new graduate ready to build your clinical skills and confidence, NaphCare provides training and an opportunity to develop valuable experience in correctional healthcare.

New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!

As a Registered Nurse , you will play a critical role in providing quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Performing initial health screenings and comprehensive nursing assessments
• Monitoring and documenting patient health, including vital signs, medical histories, and changes in condition
• Administering medications and treatments and monitoring patient response
• Providing direct patient care, triaging patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes
• Responding to medical emergencies and providing appropriate nursing interventions
• Collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Providing patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices
• Maintaining accurate and timely medical records and clinical documentation
• Following correctional facility security protocols while working closely with healthcare and correctional staff to promote patient and staff safety
• Supporting continuity of care and discharge/release planning as appropriate.

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• • Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state
  • Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required)
  • Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Able to work independently and in a team
  • Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed
  • Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
  • Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
  • Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
  • Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

  Physical Capabilities:

  Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

  Why Join NaphCare?

  NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

  NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

  • Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
  • Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
  • Lowest Cost Benefits!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral bonuses
  • Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Generous paid time off & paid holidays
  • Free continuing education and CMEs

  Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our RNs do:

  NaphCare - Life as an RN - YouTube

  If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , and I'll be in touch.

  Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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