Registered Nurse

Location: Tallahassee

Position Summary Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct nursing care to inmate patients, applying the nursing process—assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation—in accordance with professional nursing standards. RNs collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care and desired health outcomes.

Correctional nurses deliver care to promote and improve overall health, often managing a patient population that has had limited access to healthcare prior to incarceration. This role allows RNs to care for a wide range of conditions, from minor ailments to complex medical or behavioral health issues.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of employment (maintain a current copy on file at all times)
Minimum

Work Experience:

Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse Previous experience in a correctional healthcare environment preferred

Required Skills:

Excellent critical thinking and clinical assessment skills

Ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment

Assertive, empathetic, and able to provide objective patient care Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills

Basic computer proficiency

Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a team Ability to earn the respect and confidence of inmates and staff, demonstrating commitment to the facility’s mission

Maintains active Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification

Functional Demands Ability to pass all required health and security screenings

May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays

On-call availability may be required

Organizational Expectations Represent CFG Health Systems, LLC positively and professionally

Promote a culture of safety for patients and staff through proper identification, documentation, and prevention

Maintain knowledge of current nursing standards, regulations, and best practices

Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration protocols, and controlled substance regulations

Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives

Complete facility-required orientation and training

Follow OSHA and facility safety policies and procedures

Uphold HIPAA and PREA regulations

Punctual and reliable for assigned/confirmed shifts

Maintain required security clearance for the assigned facility

Job Responsibilities Deliver individualized nursing care to inmate patients according to nursing protocols

Perform assessments in various correctional settings, including intake, health care units, emergency situations, chronic care clinics, and medical units

Collaborate with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, appropriate, and continuous care Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions as prescribed

Monitor and report reactions to treatments, medications, and changes in physical or emotional status

Provide patient education, including medication guidance, self-care instructions, and discharge planning

Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in appropriate formats

Promote a therapeutic and professional environment for inmates

Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration standards, and regulatory guidelines

Participate in ongoing staff development, training, and quality improvement initiatives

Perform additional duties as assigned based on facility needs
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