Registered Nurse – Evidence-Based Rehab & Reentry

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

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

GEO Secured Services is seeking a registered nurse to provide in-facility medical care within a correctional environment. You will perform physical assessments, document patient histories, and refer complex cases to physicians.

The role emphasizes patient education, medication administration, and adherence to safety and confidentiality policies. Ideal candidates hold an active RN license in the state, have 2+ years of relevant experience, and possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state where the facility is located
• Two years of direct work experience preferred
• Active drivers license
• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

• 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, post-surgical procedures.
• Supervises the workflow of the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) staff and provides input into performance evaluation.
• Document all detainee/inmate contacts and keep medical records confidential.
• Follow industry and company accreditation policies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Medical emergencies

Physical assessment

Nursing care

Psychiatric nursing care

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

GEO Secured Services is seeking a registered nurse to provide in-facility medical care within a correctional environment. You will perform physical assessments, document patient histories, and refer complex cases to physicians.

The role emphasizes patient education, medication administration, and adherence to safety and confidentiality policies. Ideal candidates hold an active RN license in the state, have 2+ years of relevant experience, and possess a valid driver's license.