Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN) - Part Time Nights

NaphCare, Inc.; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition Assistance

401K and Roth with company contrib.

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

NaphCare is seeking a part-time night shift Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at the Pasco County Detention Center in Land O Lakes, Florida. The role involves supervising nursing staff and coordinating care for residents while working with correctional officers and medical professionals.

Qualified candidates hold a Florida RN license, BLS CPR certification, and at least two years of RN experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time RN experience with nursing principles and patient safety.
• Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred).
• Holds a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shift activities and supervise nursing staff.
• Assess patients, administer medications, manage emergencies, and follow protocols.
• Perform health screenings, monitor vital signs, document histories, and develop care plans.
• Provide direct patient care during rounds and coordinate services.
• Educate patients on preventive care and healthy living.

Skills

RN Experience 2+ years

BLS CPR Certification

Excellent communication

Education

RN License - Florida

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a part time night shift Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals in Land O Lakes, Floridawhere we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Pasco County Detention Center.

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

The Charge Registered Nurse coordinates shift activities and performs a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, managing emergencies, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and procedures. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories
• Conducting daily clinical rounds, providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within Florida

• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association 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 and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, 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(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), 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.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare 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

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail?See what our RNs do:

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