Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Location:

Brighton, CO

Schedule:

6 : 00a-6 : 00p

Registered Nurses (RN) provide a full range of nursing services to inmates including assessing, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating the medical condition of inmate patients. RNs provide information to other health care team members and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. Along with all other correctional institution employees, the incumbent is also charged with responsibility of maintaining the security of the institution.

• Assesses and identifies health problems of new inmates and initiates medical records and special needs POR's.
• Responds to day to day medical issues and / or emergencies with patients.
• Administers prescribed treatments and medications as needed / medically required.
• Prepares medical equipment, records, and rooms for examinations of patients, assisting the provider if necessary.
• Practices sound pharmacology practices in preparation, maintenance, administration, and documentation of prescribed drugs and / or IV delivered therapies.
• Maintains IVs for IV therapies, as needed.
• Meets regularly with the HSA to review medical services administered to patients. May serve as Charge Nurse or Acting Supervisor in the absence if the HSA, and would be responsible for delegation of assignments among staff.
• Is aware of emergency procedures in the event of emergency or crisis situations and the 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 and able, would also be responsible for using AED equipment.
• Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment including, but not limited to : AED, EKG, blood pressure device, oxygen, sterilization, Glucometer, Doppler, and Pulse Oximeter.
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Delegates tasks appropriately to lower level licensure employees.
• Educates patients with regard to diet, hygiene, and methods of prevention of chronic medical diseases.

• Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated state accrediting agent at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
• Current and unrestricted license as Registered Nurse, must maintain license.
• Experience in correctional healthcare preferred, but not required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all 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 use / learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs.
• Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment.
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates.

• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position.
• Must have current CPR / BLS certification.
• Must have current TB test (taken within one year).
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook.
• Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements.

• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures.

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following :

• Ability to both…