Registered Nurse (RN)
$15–$15 year
On-siteBessemer, Alabama, United States
Bessemer, Alabama, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$15–$15 yearLicense Or CertificationStartup
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationStartup
Job Summary
Perform initial health screenings, monitor vital signs, and manage acute and chronic conditions for detained individuals. Provide direct patient care, triage, and develop care plans while responding to medical emergencies and administering medications. Educate patients on preventative care and substance abuse prevention, adhering to strict security protocols and maintaining accurate medical records. Work alongside correctional officers to ensure patient safety within a controlled environment. Requires an unrestricted AL RN license, BLS CPR certification, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Required Qualifications
- Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state of AL
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification
- Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services
- 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(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening
- Must have the ability to stand for long periods
- Must have the ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds)
- Must have the ability to bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift
Desired Qualifications
- AHA preferred
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