Registered Nurse; RN - Jail

Registered Nurse (RN) - Jail

Cass County is seeing a full time Registered Nurse (RN) to work in the Cass County Jail. Hours for this position include days, evenings, and weekends.

ANNUAL SALARY: $73,659

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients

Work closely with correctional staff to provide continuity of care for patients

Contact practitioner to obtain orders

Administer prescribed medications, treatments and other tasks as ordered by the practitioner

Provide emergency first aid care, when appropriate

Check and record vital signs, blood glucose checks, weight, and other diagnostic tests on-site, when appropriate

Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call

Report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients emotional or physical condition

Provide patient education on topics such as correctional facilities policies and discharge planning

Record care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms

Collaborate and coordinate multiple medical services for diagnosis and treatment, as directed by the practitioner

Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control precautions as required

Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose

Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition

Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of social and behavioral sciences, particularly as applied to the correctional setting

Recommend improved procedures, equipment, and supplies to your supervisor

Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents

Present/participate in in-service education sessions

Perform duties within the scope of practice mandated by state and local standards

Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA practices as required by government agencies

Oversee and delegate duties as expected and allowed under the RN scope of practice

May be asked to train new hires and coworkers

Any and all other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate's degree in registered nursing and one or more years of previous nursing experience

Correctional nursing experience preferred

Active North Dakota RN license, in good standing

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Excellent documentation skills

Knowledge of the RN scope of practice

Cass County Government is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer.