Impactful RN – Inmate Health Care (PRN)

CoreCivic; Clifton (TN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-Free Workplace

Job summary

CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

You will apply nursing skills, perform sick calls with physicians, assess inmates/residents, and supervise licensed practical nursing staff while maintaining a drug-free workplace and compliance with all safety protocols.

A valid state nursing license and degree are required, plus driver’s license and a minimum age of 18.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
• One year of professional nursing experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick calls with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
• Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

You will apply nursing skills, perform sick calls with physicians, assess inmates/residents, and supervise licensed practical nursing staff while maintaining a drug-free workplace and compliance with all safety protocols.

A valid state nursing license and degree are required, plus driver’s license and a minimum age of 18.