Institutional RN - Inmate Care & Emergency Response

CoreCivic; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality clinical care in an institutional setting. The RN will apply nursing expertise to inmates/residents and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure timely medical attention.

Qualifications include a nursing degree from an accredited program, current state licensure, and a valid driver's license; one year of experience is preferred. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.
• Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.
• One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick call 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

Nursing skills

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality clinical care in an institutional setting. The RN will apply nursing expertise to inmates/residents and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure timely medical attention.

Qualifications include a nursing degree from an accredited program, current state licensure, and a valid driver's license; one year of experience is preferred. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE.