Charge Registered Nurse; Charge RN
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, RN Nurse
Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)
Location:
US-AL-Montgomery
Overview
Naph Care is hiring a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals in Montgomery, Alabama where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Montgomery County Detention Facility.
As a Correctional Charge Registered Nurse (RN), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence while also overseeing the nursing staff and operations, acting as a supervisor and coordinator. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate shift activities and perform a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, managing emergencies, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and procedures.
- Perform initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
- Monitor and document patient health including vital signs and medical histories.
- Conduct daily clinical rounds, provide direct patient care, triage, assess patient needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
- Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
- Educate patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
- Understand and adhere to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure safety and well-being of patients.
- Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
Qualifications
- Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within Alabama.
- Active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
- Two years of full-time RN experience with knowledge of nursing practice principles, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and in a team.
- Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
- Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Physical Capabilities: ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk long distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR.
Why Join Naph Care?
Naph Care is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the US, and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we offer opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.
Naph Care Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
- Lowest Cost Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
Application and Contact
To learn more about this position and Naph Care, please first apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, then send your resume to and we will be in touch.
Equal Opportunity
Employer:
disability/veteran
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