Medical Assistant or QMA PRN

Qualitycorrectional; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)

Paid time off

$1,200 annual company HSA contribution

Vision

Short term disability

Employer paid long term disability, AD

Life insurance policy

Job summary

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide medical services at the St. Joseph County Jail.

You will administer medications, perform intakes, manage chronic conditions, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with a medical team to ensure humane, compliant care for inmates.

The position requires CPR certification, physical stamina, and a commitment to safety and rehabilitation in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Valid CPR certification is required.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to push/pull, reach and bend repeatedly.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to incarcerated patients.
• Administer medications.
• Perform medical intakes and assess fitness for incarceration.
• Respond to sick calls and coordinate with medical providers.
• Check and change dressings as required and perform 14‑day physicals.
• Manage chronic care and respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide guidance to Medically Trained Personnel and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

CPR certification

Clinical reasoning

Patient assessment

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is a mission-driven organization that provides medical and mental healthcare and addiction recovery services to justice-involved patients. Our approach to patient care is uniquely compassionate and holistic emphasizing dignity, respect, and rehabilitation through effective healthcare. QCC changes the lives of our patients by raising the standard for correctional healthcare to promote sustainable wellness and successful reintegration following release from incarceration. We are looking for passionate and driven professionals who appreciate a commitment to an important mission.

WHY QCC? Mission and Culture:

• Deep commitment to our mission and prioritization of patient care
• Strong communication from the leadership team
• Advocacy and support from administration
• Team-member wellness initiatives to combat job-stress and burnout
• Transformative healthcare that makes a difference in communities where you live and work
• Cooperative and supportive team culture within the organization

We cannot achieve our mission without innovative expert healthcare professionals with the courage to care. Come join the QCC team and be part of our vision for the future!

Nursing Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients by providing the following:
• Administer medications
• Perform medical intakes and asses if patient is fit for incarceration, as needed
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with the medical provider when needed
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider
• Performing 14-day physicals
• Managing chronic care
• Responding to medical emergencies
• Be capable of performing life saving measures and ability to take charge and give direction in an emergency
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including but not limited to drug reaction/overdose, formulary/non-formulary medications, and knowledge of medication costs
• Be able to provide insight and direction to Medically Trained Personnel, as needed.
• Comply with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations

Location: St. JosephCounty Jail

Shift Opening(s): 6 AM to 6:30 PM and 6 PM to 6:30 AM

Requirements:

• Valid CPR certification
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)
• $1,200 annual company HSA contribution
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness
• Pet Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employer paid long term disability, AD&D, and a $50,000 life insurance policy