Registered Nurse

CFG Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant on-site

Job summary

CFG Health Systems, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care to inmate patients within a correctional facility. The role follows the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.

The position is full-time, day shift from 6 am to 2 pm. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program and hold a current, unrestricted RN license in the state of employment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of employment (maintain a current copy on file).
• Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse; correctional healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized nursing care to inmate patients according to nursing protocols.
• Perform assessments in various correctional settings, including intake, health care units, emergency situations, chronic care clinics, and medical units.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, appropriate, and continuous care.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions as prescribed.
• Monitor and report reactions to treatments, medications, and changes in physical or emotional status.
• Provide patient education, including medication guidance, self-care instructions, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in appropriate formats.
• Promote a therapeutic and professional environment for inmates.
• Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing staff development, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on facility needs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Independent decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current, unrestricted RN license in state of employment

Job description

FT Day: 6 am-2 pm

Position Summary

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct nursing care to inmate patients, applying the nursing process—assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation—in accordance with professional nursing standards. RNs collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care and desired health outcomes.

Correctional nurses deliver care to promote and improve overall health, often managing a patient population that has had limited access to healthcare prior to incarceration. This role allows RNs to care for a wide range of conditions, from minor ailments to complex medical or behavioral health issues.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of employment (maintain a current copy on file at all times)

Minimum Work Experience

• Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• Previous experience in a correctional healthcare environment preferred

Required Skills

• Excellent critical thinking and clinical assessment skills
• Ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Assertive, empathetic, and able to provide objective patient care
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a team
• Ability to earn the respect and confidence of inmates and staff, demonstrating commitment to the facility’s mission
• Maintains active Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification

Functional Demands

• Ability to pass all required health and security screenings
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• On-call availability may be required

Organizational Expectations

• Represent CFG Health Systems, LLC positively and professionally
• Promote a culture of safety for patients and staff through proper identification, documentation, and prevention
• Maintain knowledge of current nursing standards, regulations, and best practices
• Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration protocols, and controlled substance regulations
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives
• Complete facility-required orientation and training
• Follow OSHA and facility safety policies and procedures
• Uphold HIPAA and PREA regulations
• Punctual and reliable for assigned/confirmed shifts
• Maintain required security clearance for the assigned facility

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized nursing care to inmate patients according to nursing protocols
• Perform assessments in various correctional settings, including intake, health care units, emergency situations, chronic care clinics, and medical units
• Collaborate with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, appropriate, and continuous care
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions as prescribed
• Monitor and report reactions to treatments, medications, and changes in physical or emotional status
• Provide patient education, including medication guidance, self-care instructions, and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in appropriate formats
• Promote a therapeutic and professional environment for inmates
• Adhere to infection control policies, medication administration standards, and regulatory guidelines
• Participate in ongoing staff development, training, and quality improvement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on facility needs