Registered Nurse

CHP Health; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

CHP Health in Whatcom County Jail is seeking a Registered Nurse for full-time day and night shifts. The RN will deliver direct and indirect nursing care under the supervision of the Health Services Administrator and Director of Nursing, adhering to the State Board of Nursing guidelines.

Responsibilities include triage, vital signs, documentation in the EHR, and assistance with examinations. Collaboration with staff and emergency response readiness are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of employment.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care under supervision of HSA and DON.
• Take and document patient history and vital signs; report changes to provider.
• Use EHR systems to document care and assist with staff training.
• Respond to medical emergencies; perform CPR as needed until relieved.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and leadership to streamline services.
• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certified

Clinical Experience

Correctional Healthcare

Job description

This position is for Full Time Day and Night Shift Available - Whatcom County Jail.*

Pay

$55.00 - $59.00 per hour

Position Requirements

Must hold and maintain a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of employment, as well as a valid CPR card, with a minimum of 1-year clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator (HSA) and Director of Nursing (DON), the Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct and indirect nursing care within the scope of the State Board of Nursing Practice.

Physical Demands

Must have the physical and mental capacity to work in an environment that may be less than pristine and manage and maintain physical and mental health when encountering stressful situations. Must be able to exert up to 50 lbs. of force, push, pull, and move objects, to include the human body. Position may require him/her to stand or walk while performing duties.

Performance Expectations

• Use knowledge and expertise to ensure that nursing processes and systems are followed appropriately according to policies and procedures, company performance, and accreditation standards.
• Work cohesively with the HSA, and DON in the coordination of the healthcare delivery system, as well as other functions within the facility.
• Use all functions and applications of the EHR relevant to the position with no supervision, and assist with staff training as requested.
• Communicate effectively with clients, peers, and employees at all levels within the organization. Maintain clear lines of communication throughout issue-resolution processes.
• Demonstrate personal performance based on professional practice standards, relevant statutes, rules and regulations and organizational criteria.
• Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies within the facility, including the ability to perform continuous CPR until properly relieved.
• Take and document all patient history and vital signs, assist with examinations and/or treatments, and report all changes in patients’ conditions to the appropriate level of healthcare provider.
• Assist with daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, and patient assessments.
• Initiate and document prescribed protocol treatment in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders and other stakeholders in streamlining services within the facility.
• Assist with disaster plans and emergency preparation. Adhere to and enforce all safety and security policies and procedures and participate in all applicable safety/emergency drills.
• Observe and evaluate the performance of the licensed practical/vocational nursing staff.
• Work in accordance with the HSA and the Director of Nursing to fulfill the contractual requirements for the delivery of quality healthcare.
• Comply with continuing education requirements for respective position and be mindful of any NCCHC Standards related to continuing education.
• Assist with evaluating the quality and effectiveness of the clinical services and assist in developing systems to ensure and monitor patient care and safety.
• Demonstrate professionalism by using objectivity, maintaining self-control when under pressure, separating professional from personal issues, displaying emotional maturity, maintaining a high degree of integrity, and promoting a positive work environment by setting an example.
• Participate in all monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings as assigned and required in accordance with contract compliance.
• Notify critical information to the next level of management that may have a negative impact on client and/or vendor relations or patient care.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person