Registered Nurse / in Glenwood Springs

CorrHealth; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

$50 weekly gas stipend, depending on home address

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing services within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include assessing inmate health, responding to medical emergencies, and administering treatments. Candidates must hold a valid RN license and be skilled in communication and organization. This role offers full-time benefits and a gas stipend. Work environment may expose staff to risks from inmates, requiring adherence to security protocols.

Qualifications

• Must have current CPR/BLS certification.
• Must have current TB test within one year.
• Experience in correctional healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services including assessments and evaluations.
• Respond to medical issues and emergencies with patients.
• Administer prescribed treatments and medications.

Skills

Clear and effective verbal communication

Excellent organizational skills

Deductive reasoning

Ability to respect confidentiality

Education

Degree or diploma from an approved nursing program

Current and unrestricted RN license

Job description

Registered Nurse

Location: Glenwood Springs, CO

Schedule: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., 36/48 rotation

Benefits: Full‑time benefits; eligible for a $50 weekly gas stipend, depending on home address

Position Overview

Registered Nurses (RN) provide a full range of nursing services to inmates, including assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the medical condition of inmate patients. RNs provide information to other health care team members and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. All correctional institution employees, including this role, are also responsible for maintaining the security of the institution.

Essential Job Duties

• Assesses and identifies health problems of new inmates and initiates medical records and special needs POR's.
• Responds to day‑to‑day medical issues and/or emergencies with patients.
• Administers prescribed treatments and medications as medically required.
• Prepares medical equipment, records, and rooms for examinations of patients, assisting the provider if necessary.
• Practices sound pharmacology practices in preparation, maintenance, administration, and documentation of prescribed drugs and/or IV delivered therapies.
• Maintains IVs for IV therapies, as needed.
• Meets regularly with the HSA to review medical services administered to patients; may serve as Charge Nurse or Acting Supervisor in the absence of the HSA, responsible for delegation of assignments among staff.
• Is aware of emergency procedures in the event of emergency or crisis situations and the appropriate plan of action governed by triage and written guidelines.
• Capable of giving CPR instructions and able to take charge in a CPR emergency; if trained, responsible for using AED equipment.
• Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment including, but not limited to: AED, EKG, blood pressure device, oxygen, sterilization, Glucometer, Doppler, and Pulse Oximeter.
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Delegates tasks appropriately to lower‑level licensure employees.
• Educates patients regarding diet, hygiene, and methods of prevention of chronic medical diseases.

Additional Duties

• Experience in correctional healthcare preferred, but not required.

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

• Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated state accrediting agent at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
• Current and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse; must maintain the license at all times.

Competencies

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients.
• Excellent verbal and written comprehension.
• Excellent deductive reasoning and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to use a computer and a variety of software, including site‑specific programs.
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates.

Employment Requirements

• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position.
• Must have current CPR/BLS certification.
• Must have current TB test (taken within one year).
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook.
• Willing to assist coworkers in job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers.
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements.

Security Requirements

• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs.
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces.
• Ability to convey and discern information in conversation, frequently communicating with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances.
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations.
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. The employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, administrative directives and standards, and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc. Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect. Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre‑employment drug test (as applicable).