Registered Nurse / Swing Shift / in Glenwood Springs

Schedule: 1:00p-1:00a, 36/48 rotation Position Overview Registered Nurses (RN) provide a full range of nursing services to inmates, including assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the medical condition of inmate patients. RNs collaborate with the health care team and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. All correctional institution employees, including RNs, have the responsibility to maintain the security of the institution. Essential Job Duties Assess and identify health problems of new inmates and initiate medical records and special needs PORs. Respond to day-to-day medical issues and emergencies of patients. Administer prescribed treatments and medications as medically required. Prepare medical equipment, records, and rooms for patient examinations and assist the provider if necessary. Practice sound pharmacology in preparation, maintenance, administration, and documentation of prescribed drugs and IV therapies. Maintain IVs for IV therapies as needed. Meet regularly with the HSA to review medical services administered to patients and may serve as Charge Nurse or Acting Supervisor in the HSA’s absence, responsible for delegation among staff. Be aware of emergency procedures and appropriate plan of action governed by triage and written guidelines. Capable of giving CPR instructions and able to take charge in a CPR emergency; if trained, responsible for using AED equipment. Demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment including AED, EKG, blood pressure device, oxygen, sterilization, glucometer, Doppler, and pulse oximeter. Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems. Delegate tasks appropriately to lower-level licensed employees. Educate patients regarding diet, hygiene, and prevention of chronic medical diseases. Minimum Education/Experience Requirements Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated state accrediting agent at the time of completion. Current and unrestricted license as Registered Nurse, and must maintain license. Additional Duties Experience in correctional healthcare preferred, but not required. Competencies Clear and effective verbal and written communication with coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients. Excellent verbal and written comprehension. Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to use a computer and learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs. Demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment. Respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates. Employment Requirements Maintain all certifications, educational requirements, and licensing for this position. Current CPR/BLS certification. Current TB test (taken within one year). Adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as those in the Employee Handbook. Willing to assist coworkers and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers. Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements. Security Requirements Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures. Physical/Mental Requirements Ability to remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs. Ability to position oneself in different spaces. Ability to convey and discern information in conversation; must communicate accurately with patients. Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances. Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations. Frequently transport objects up to 50 pounds. Work Environment Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employees are expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees. Other Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, administrative directives, standards, and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc. Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with proper dignity and respect; actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated. Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr