Correctional Nurse: Critical Care & CPR Leader

CorrHealth; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Security training provided

Opportunities for overtime

Job summary

A correctional healthcare provider in Texas is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to offer comprehensive nursing services to inmates. Responsibilities include assessing health issues, responding to emergencies, and administering treatments. The ideal candidate must have a nursing degree, a valid RN license, and preferably experience in correctional healthcare. This position demands effective communication, organizational skills, and adherence to security protocols.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program.
• Current and unrestricted license as Registered Nurse.
• Experience in correctional healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify health problems of new inmates.
• Respond to day-to-day medical issues and emergencies.
• Administer prescribed treatments and medications as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Deductive reasoning

Organizational skills

Ability to use medical equipment

Education

Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program

Current and unrestricted RN license

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

TB test (within one year)

Job description

A correctional healthcare provider in Texas is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to offer comprehensive nursing services to inmates. Responsibilities include assessing health issues, responding to emergencies, and administering treatments. The ideal candidate must have a nursing degree, a valid RN license, and preferably experience in correctional healthcare. This position demands effective communication, organizational skills, and adherence to security protocols.