REGISTERED NURSE

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

A leading corrections and rehabilitation company in Folkston, Georgia, is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to provide nursing care for inmates and detainees. The role includes performing physical assessments, administering medication, and educating patients about chronic illnesses. Candidates must possess an Associate or Bachelor's degree in nursing and a current RN license. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Two (2) years of direct work experience preferred.
• Ability to provide nursing care without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to inmates/detainees.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessments.
• Administer medication securely and educate patients.

Skills

Excellent diagnostic skills

Crisis intervention

Ability to perform nursing diagnosis

Empathy

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Current RN license

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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 evidence 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

Role and Responsibilities:

Working alongside our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you'll play a vital part in providing the highest level of nursing care to inmates/detainees while putting a special focus on maintaining our safe and secure workplace.

• Provide nursing care within your capacity and refer other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessment and medical history.
• Periodically evaluate patients' symptoms, reactions, and progress, and report problems to Physician and management.
• Securely administer medication, taking precautions against drug hoarding and trafficking.
• Make sure prescribed medications are administered as instructed.
• Provide patient education for chronic illnesses, post‑hospitalization, and post‑surgical procedures.
• Supervise the workflow of the LPN staff and provide input into performance evaluation.
• Document all detainee/inmate contacts and keep medical records confidential.
• Follow industry and company accreditation policies.

Qualifications

Competencies Required

Excellent diagnostic skills, patience and natural empathy are all key qualities we look for. Our employees feel proud to play a role in our patient's re‑entry to society.

Minimum Requirements: This is a great opportunity for a skilled RN! Take a look at the requirements below to see if this nursing role will be a good fit for you. If it is, apply today!

• Associate or Bachelor's degree from an approved program; graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state the facility is located.
• Maintain a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
• Two (2) years of direct work experience, preferred.
• Ability to provide the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care and psychiatric nursing care.
• Ability to perform nursing diagnosis and appropriate follow‑through treatment without direct supervision.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently: Lift or carry and push/pull up to 40 lbs.; walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop and reach above shoulder level.
• Occasionally: Lift or carry and push/pull up to 60 lbs.; work with machinery and climb.

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