REGISTERED NURSE, CID

The GEO Group; City of McFarland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, a leader in evidence-based rehabilitation, is seeking a Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) to lead infection control across the facility. You will apply nursing skills, monitor infected patients, and assist physicians while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

The role requires an RN license, 2+ years' experience preferred, and the ability to work under supervision and within a multidisciplinary team. Competitive shift pay is offered.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state where the facility is located.
• Minimum two years of direct RN experience preferred.
• Competence in annual physicals, TB evaluation, HIV/hepatitis care and STD management.
• Able to work independently and with a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and control infectious disease throughout the facility.
• Coordinate programs to meet contract and accreditation standards.
• Perform nursing duties for inmates with infectious disease.
• Monitor patients, follow physician orders, and assist in exams.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate reporting to Health Administrator.

Skills

RN clinical skills

Infection control

Documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Nursing

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 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.

Shift Differential:

Monday- Friday

$3.00 (2pm-6pm)

$3.00 (6pm - 6am)

Saturday and Sunday

$2.00 (6am - 2pm)

$5.00 (2pm - 6pm)

$5.00 (6pm - 6am)

Responsibilities

Summary:The Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) performs a variety of professional duties involved in the prevention and control of infectious disease. It plans, develops, implements, and evaluates infection control activities throughout the facility including coordinating programs so they meet the contract and accreditation process.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) applies appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates with infectious disease.
• The Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) monitors patients with infectious disease.
• Executes physician orders.
• The Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) assists the Physician in exams and treatment.
• Documents and reports infectious diseases in monthly and quarterly reporting to the Health Administrator.
• The Registered Nurse, Coordinator of Infection Disease (CID) develops reporting to the Public Health Department
• Collaborates with Multidisciplinary Healthcare team members.
• Maintains compliance with industry and company policies for accreditation.
• Documents all detainee or inmate contacts. Maintains confidentiality of medical records.
• 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 where 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: Annual physical assessments; Annual TB evaluation and monitoring; TB Prophylaxis and monitoring; HIV care and monitoring; Hepatitis A, B and C, evaluation, and treatment monitoring; Evaluation and Treatment of Sexually transmitted diseases.
• Knowledge of data collection techniques for reporting practices.
• Proficient in oral and written communication.
• Ability to develop and present educational teaching.
• 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.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a United States citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.

GEO Secured Services

Pay

Pay USD $51.00/Hr. to USD $64.00/Hr.