REGISTERED NURSE, CHRONIC CARE

The GEO Group, Inc.; Colombia; Presencial; COP 131.213.000 - 231.185.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Descripción de la vacante

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse Chronic Care to provide comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting, ensuring adherence to clinical and security standards.

You will perform physical assessments, support physicians, administer medications, and coordinate chronic disease care scheduling. Responsibilities include supervising LPN staff, documenting patient contacts, and maintaining confidentiality of medical records while upholding facility policies and accreditation

Formación

• Requires RN license in the state the facility is located
• Two years of direct work experience preferred
• Competence in crisis intervention and medical emergencies
• Ability to perform nursing diagnosis with appropriate follow-through
• Experience with computers and department software

Responsabilidades

• Perform complete physical assessment and medical history for detainees entering the correctional system.
• Assist physician with sick calls and minor procedures; refer problems as needed.
• Ensure implementation of physician orders and administer medications as prescribed.
• Conduct observation rounds, document progress, and report issues to management.
• Maintain medication security and confidentiality of medication handling.
• Prepare scheduled and special reports; ensure compliance with policies.

Conocimientos

Crisis intervention

Medical emergencies

Physical assessment

Nursing care (medical/psychiatric)

Autonomy in practice

Computer skills

Educación

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing

Descripción del empleo

Benefits Information

This job posting is anticipated to remain open until 08/28/2026

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Registered Nurse Chronic Care initiates and provides comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting while observing and maintaining the requirements of operational security.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care performs a complete physical assessment and medical history as required on each detainee entering the correctional system. Medical problems are referred to the physician for extended evaluation.
• Assists physician with sick call by screening patients and minor surgical procedures. Treats detainees with problems within professional capabilities and refers other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care ensures the implementation of physician's orders. Ensures that prescribed medications are administered as ordered using the formulary. Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in dispensing medication.
• Makes observation rounds on patients, and records in progress notes. Evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients on periodic basis, charts, and reports problems to management.
• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care maintains security while dispensing medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among detainees/inmates. Maintains non-involvement in the security aspects of care.
• Destroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes.
• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care prepares regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary.
• Maintains compliance with industry and company policies for accreditation.
• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care documents all detainee contacts. Maintains confidentiality of medical records.
• Coordinates Chronic Disease Clinic scheduling.
• The Registered Nurse Chronic Care supervises the work flow of the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) staff. Provides input into performance evaluation.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree from an approved program; graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state the facility is located.
• Maintains current copy of license on file at the facility.
• Must have previous experience in the management and treatment of mental health patients.
• Two (2) years of direct work experience preferred.
• Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical and psychiatric nursing care.
• Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.
• Must have the ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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