Correctional RN: Inmate Care & Critical Response (Wed-Sat)

CorrHealth; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CorrHealth in Colorado operates a correctional facility. Registered Nurses provide a full range of nursing services to inmates, including assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating the medical condition of inmate patients.

RNs provide information to other health care team members and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. The role requires current RN licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and the ability to respond to emergencies; responsibilities

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted license as Registered Nurse.
• Experience in correctional healthcare preferred but not required.
• CPR/BLS certification current.

Responsibilities

• Assess health problems of inmates and initiate medical records.
• Respond to day-to-day medical issues and emergencies.
• Administer prescribed treatments and medications as needed.
• Prepare equipment and rooms for examinations and assist providers.
• Maintain IVs and monitor IV therapies as needed.
• Collaborate with Health Services Administrator and staff.

Skills

Nursing

CPR/BLS

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Team coordination

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

Tools

AED

Glucometer

EKG

Pulse Oximeter

Job description

CorrHealth in Colorado operates a correctional facility. Registered Nurses provide a full range of nursing services to inmates, including assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating the medical condition of inmate patients.

RNs provide information to other health care team members and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. The role requires current RN licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and the ability to respond to emergencies; responsibilities