P/T REGISTERED NURSE AS NEEDED

GEO Reentry Services, LLC; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive wages

Job summary

A leading correctional services provider in Doylestown is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting. The role involves performing physical assessments, assisting physicians, and ensuring medication administration while maintaining security. Candidates must have an approved nursing degree and a valid RN license, with preferred experience in direct nursing care. This position emphasizes independence in nursing diagnosis and treatment, making it suitable for those looking to contribute positively to community rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Two years of direct Registered Nurse experience preferred.
• Competence in medical nursing care required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments and medical histories for detainees/inmates.
• Assist the physician during sick calls and minor procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and maintain security.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Medical emergencies

Physical assessment

Psychiatric nursing care

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence‑based rehabilitation to the post‑release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost‑effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Registered Nurse initiates and provides comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting while observing and maintaining the requirements of operational security.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Registered Nurse performs a complete physical assessment and medical history as required on each detainee/inmate entering the correctional system, if permitted by the client. Medical problems are referred to the physician for extended evaluation.
• The Registered Nurse assists the physician with sick call by screening patients and minor surgical procedures. Treats detainees/inmates with problems within professional capabilities and refers other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
• Ensures the implementation of physician’s orders. Ensures that prescribed medications are administered as ordered using the formulary. Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in administering medication.
• The Registered Nurse makes observation rounds on patients, and records in progress notes. Evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients on a periodic basis, charts, and reports problems to management.
• Maintains security while administering medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among detainees/inmates. Maintains non‑involvement in the security aspects of care.
• The Registered Nurse destroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes.
• Prepares regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary.
• The Registered Nurse maintains compliance with industry and company policies for accreditation.
• Documents all detainee/inmate contacts. Maintains confidentiality of medical records.
• The Registered Nurse coordinates Chronic Disease Clinic scheduling.
• Supervises the workflow of the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) staff. Provides input into performance evaluation.
• The Registered Nurse performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an approved program; graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as Registered Nurse in the state the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
• Two (2) years of direct work experience Registered Nurse preferred.
• Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care.
• Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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