Registered Nurse

Cardinal Correctional Care; Jackson (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cardinal Correctional Care is seeking registered nurses to join our team in a correctional institution setting. This role will provide quality patient care under physician supervision, requiring compassion and strong clinical skills.

You will participate in physical exams, medication administration, infectious disease care, and care planning within a multidisciplinary team. In-person work with flexible full-time, part-time, or PRN options is available in Missouri.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Experience in internal medicine settings preferred.
• Ability to work in a correctional healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and document findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Provide care for patients with infectious diseases and educate on prevention.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Coordinate with healthcare teams and arrange referrals when needed.
• Support behavioral health initiatives and address mental health needs.

Skills

Medical terminology

Physical examination

Infectious disease care

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Correctional care

Education

RN license

Job description

Job description:

Job Summary

Cardinal Correctional Care is seeking RN's to join our team working in a correctional institution setting. This position will play a crucial role in providing quality patient care under the supervision of physicians. This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical skills.

Duties

• Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' health status by taking vital signs and documenting findings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, offering education on prevention and management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care, including referrals to specialists when necessary.
• Support behavioral health initiatives by recognizing mental health issues and providing appropriate interventions.

Skills

• Proficient in medical terminology and understanding of internal medicine practices.
• Strong ability to perform physical examinations and interpret vital signs accurately.
• Knowledgeable in infectious disease care protocols and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Correctional Healthcare Experience is a PLUS but not mandatory.

Benefits for FTE:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Full-time, Part-time, and PRN available