Registered Nurse / Nights / in Glenwood Springs
$101,920,000–$108,160,000 year
On-siteGrand Junction, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Assess and identify health problems of new inmates, then respond to day-to-day medical issues and emergencies with patients. Administer prescribed treatments and medications, maintain IVs for therapies, and prepare equipment and rooms for examinations. Document prescribed drugs and IV therapies while educating patients on diet, hygiene, and disease prevention. Maintain security of the institution and stay aware of emergency procedures, including CPR and AED usage. Meet regularly with the Health Services Administrator to review medical services and delegate tasks to lower-level licensure employees.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Current TB test (taken within one year)
- Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test
- Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
- Ability to position oneself in different spaces
- Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
- Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
- Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds
- Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures
- Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook
- Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
- 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
- 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
- Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates
- Must maintain confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
- Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
- Schedule: 6:00p-6:00a w/weekend rotation
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in correctional healthcare
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