Registered Nurse

Every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday) for 3-4 hours each day between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm. On the working weekend, employee will be also be on-call. Flexible weekday hours if available. ADDITIONAL HOURS AVAILABLE.

Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Supervisor, the indirect supervision of the Medical Director, and the general supervision of the Juvenile Justice Center Director or designee, performing skilled nursing and administrative duties utilizing sound, independent judgment.

Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, reference checks, licensure verification, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are current on the date the job description is signed. Any omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• Adhere to all Juvenile Justice Center (JJC) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of juvenile's information and documentation necessary to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
• Complete medical histories and physical assessment of juveniles; and confirm medication orders.
• Collect laboratory specimens, including but not limited to venipuncture, urine samples, and urethral swabs.
• Obtain and dispense medications, as directed by physician.
• Ensure medical work areas are sanitary.
• Accurately records relevant patient and medication data and observations.
• Communicate dietary needs of detainees to kitchen staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, health care providers, and detainees as well as their family members.
• Maintain regular contact with Unit Physician regarding juveniles' medical condition and needs, and ensure medical administrative records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Receive and follow dentist, psychiatrist, or physician verbal and written standing orders.
• Observe, adhere to, and promote all JJC security directives, and actively participate in the security measures of the JJC.
• Ensure adequate medical supplies are on hand.
• Provide health teaching, counseling, and guidance.
• Coordinate care for detainees with special needs and disabilities.
• Respond to and assist with medical and psychiatric emergencies at a level within the scope of nursing practice and licensure.
• Schedule appointments and/or tests with healthcare providers, as directed.
• Report to work with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.

• Attend monthly unit meetings.
• Participate in future development of unit programs.
• Assist in treatment of Sarpy County personnel, as needed or directed.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Education and Experience

Associate's degree
* in Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Six (6) years
* experience as a pediatric or school nurse or a nurse in a juvenile correctional facility.

Must be a Registered Nurse with current nursing license from Nebraska or a compact state recognized by the Nebraska Board of Nursing at the time of hire, and maintain the license in good standing throughout the course of employment.

Must be certified in basic life support/cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and maintain certification throughout the course of…