Jail Nurse

County of Culpeper; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The County Jail Nurse at County of Culpeper delivers healthcare services to inmates, assesses and treats medical conditions, and promotes wellness while adhering to security protocols and county healthcare guidelines.

Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, the nurse maintains confidential records, administers medications and vaccinations, educates inmates on health topics, and upholds infection control measures within the jail environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle medical emergencies, including injuries, overdoses, and psychiatric crises, while ensuring safety and security within the jail environment
• Ability to conduct thorough medical assessments
• Knowledge of correctional healthcare policies
• Ability to adhere to state and county healthcare regulations
• Ability to follow strict security procedures and guidelines to maintain the safety of both staff and inmates while delivering healthcare services
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in high stress environment
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions as prescribed
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records for each inmate, documenting all assessments, treatments, and interventions
• Work closely with correctional staff, mental health professionals, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and address security concerns
• Educate inmates about various health topics, including disease prevention, nutrition, and substance abuse, to promote healthier lifestyles
• Administer vaccinations, conduct health screenings, and implement infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the facility
• Dispense and monitor medications, ensuring compliance with medication regimens and addressing any side effects or concerns
• Participate in training on security protocols

Skills

Medical emergencies

Medical assessments

Correctional healthcare policies

Regulatory compliance

Security procedures

Interpersonal skills

High-stress work

Patient confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Job description

Responsible for delivering healthcare services to inmates within a county jail facility. This role involves assessing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, as well as promoting overall health and wellness among incarcerated individuals. The County Jail Nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the well‑being of inmates while adhering to security protocols and county healthcare guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions as prescribed
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records for each inmate, documenting all assessments, treatments, and interventions
• Work closely with correctional staff, mental health professionals, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and address security concerns
• Educate inmates about various health topics, including disease prevention, nutrition, and substance abuse, to promote healthier lifestyles
• Administer vaccinations, conduct health screenings, and implement infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the facility
• Dispense and monitor medications, ensuring compliance with medication regimens and addressing any side effects or concerns
• Participate in training on security protocols

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs general/clerical tasks
• Develop and implement health promotion programs and initiatives within the jail to encourage healthier behaviors and reduce healthcare disparities
• Any duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Education equivalent to an associate degree in nursing with 2 years of experience in a jail or similar environment.

Special Qualifications

Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. Must maintain a Virginia nursing license. Must have valid CPR and ACLS certificates.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to handle medical emergencies, including injuries, overdoses, and psychiatric crises, while ensuring safety and security within the jail environment
• Ability to conduct thorough medical assessments
• Knowledge of correctional healthcare policies
• Ability to adhere to state and county healthcare regulations
• Ability to follow strict security procedures and guidelines to maintain the safety of both staff and inmates while delivering healthcare services
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in high stress environment
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as moderate. May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20 - 30 pounds). May involve long periods of standing. Assignments may require a rotating schedule which may include working evenings and weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Essential functions are regularly performed in the medical unit within the jail.

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

General Sign-off:

The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.