Casual Part-Time Jail RN

Job Description

Job Description

An exciting career awaits you at Pomerene Hospital! We are looking for a casual RN to staff the Holmes County jail. This position is a day shift position.

Pomerene Hospital, situated in Millersburg, Ohio, is a community-focused healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality medical services to the region. Known for its patient-centered approach, the hospital offers a range of services, including emergency and hospital medical care, surgical procedures, specialized treatments, as well as physician-based services. Pomerene plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of its community, fostering a compassionate environment for patients and their families, serving out the mission of "caring for our community's health".

Today, Pomerene Hospital operates as a 55-bed, independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital. As one of the largest employers in Holmes County, Pomerene Hospital serves not only the local community but also residents from all neighboring counties.

Working with us you will be eligible for:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• FSA Options
• 403(b) with Employer Matching & Contributions
• Employer-Paid Certifications
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off

Job Summary

• The on-site Jail Nurse works in a patient care unit and functions under the supervision of the Provider. The on-site Jail Nurse coordinates total medical care for inmates, participates in inmate teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with the Corrections Department and other team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practices in the jail setting.

Essential Functions

• The Jail Nurse provides safe, competent, and patient-centered care by practicing strictly within the established scope of nursing practice and consistently adhering to Pomerene Hospital's policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the Holmes County Sheriff's Office - Medical Unit. Including completion of onboarding and orientation at the Holmes County Jail.
• Uses the Nursing Process to determine clients' condition and medical needs; set goals; designate appropriate nursing actions to meet these goals and the physical psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of the inmate.
• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding inmates to the appropriate person (i.e. physicians, corrections officer, counselors, psychiatrist) and records these observations accurately and concisely in the Nursing Notes.
• Administer medications and performs treatments to inmates.
• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner.
• Participates in orientation of new personnel.
• Coordinates nursing care of inmates when scheduled for therapy or procedures.
• Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes teaching opportunities with clients and other significant individuals.
• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse development in clients.
• Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.
• Works with and is familiar with the operation of equipment used in the medical department.

Education

Associate's degree in nursing-required

Bachelor's degree in nursing- preferred

Experience

1-3 years Healthcare/Medical Nurse- Preferred

1-3 years Corrections experience- Preferred

Certification & Licensures

State of Ohio RN Licensure - required

BLS -required

Correctional Officer Certification or equivalent-preferred